Higher Compressive Strength Values Research Articles

Hydrothermal synthesis and spark plasma sintering of NaY zeolite as solid-state matrices for cesium-137 immobilization

Hydrothermal synthesis of NaY-type zeolite was carried out and the effect of temperature on the phase composition, crystal structure, textural characteristics, particle size and morphology, as well as sorption properties to Cs+ ions was studied. Solid-state matrices based on NaY zeolite the Faujasite structure containing 26.1 wt% cesium were obtained by spark plasma sintering (SPS) with high values of compressive strength (to 132.9 MPa) and Vickers microhardness to HV~ 698, Fracture toughness (K1c) ~ 1.26 MPa m1/2. The kinetics of ceramic matrices consolidation, phase composition and morphology using dilatometric studies, XRD, and SEM were studied. The thermogravimetric analysis shown the high thermal stability of the obtained samples up to 1300 °C. The high hydrolytic stability of CsAlSiO4 ceramic was proven (leaching rate of 2.33 ×10−8 g·cm−2·day−1 and cesium diffusion coefficient De 1.41 ×10−13), which exceeds the requirements of GOST R 50926–96 and ISO 6961:1982 for solid-state matrices.

NONLINEAR SIMULATION ANALYSIS OF MECHANICAL BEHAVIOUR OF RUBBERIZED CONCRETE

The main objective is to simulate the representation of rubber concrete with different percentages (0, 20, 40, 60, 80, 100%) of rubber using a finite element approach with ANSYS V.15 software to evaluate the behavior of concrete under the influence of mechanical force by using a standard cylinder to calculate its compressive strength, elasticity modulus and displacements for comparison with the previous experimental study, which showed a very close agreement of 5 to 12% when compared between them. The results showed that when the percentage of rubber increases, it leads to a decrease in the compressive strength, that is, its resistance, and an increase in the corresponding displacements and deformations that occur in them, as a result of the concentration of these stresses in the rubber limits. The results also showed that the meshing distribution of the analyzed elements by the ANSYS gave higher values of compressive strength and a decrease in the corresponding displacements when they were regular i.e. homogeneous compared to the irregular ones. Finally, through statistical analysis, it was found that the mean and arithmetic mean were acceptable and close when comparing the theoretical and practical results.

Synthesis of amorphous KAlSi3O8 for cesium radionuclide immobilization into solid matrices using spark plasma sintering technique

An effective sorption material for cesium radionuclides immobilization in highly safe and reliable solid-state matrices was proposed. Prepared aluminosilicate (КAlSi3O8) adsorbent had amorphous mesoporous structure and Cs+ ions sorption capacity of ∼3.7 mmol/g. The physical-chemical characteristics of (Cs, К)AlSi3O8 sample saturated with Cs + ions were studied using XRD, FT-IR, SEM-EDX, and DTA-TG methods. Firstly, solid-state aluminosilicate matrices were obtained using spark plasma sintering (SPS) technology with high values of relative density (up to 99.9%), compressive strength (31.3–79.2 MPa), and Vickers microhardness (0.9–5.3 GPa). The sample obtained at 1000 °C had a low value of Cs+ leaching from matrices (RCs within the range of 10-7 g cm-2·day-1) and cesium diffusion coefficient (De 9.07 × 10-14 cm2/s). It was shown that prepared aluminosilicate cesium matrices comply with regulatory requirements of GOST R 50926-96 and ANSI/ANS 16.1.

One-Step Sintering Process for the Production of Magnetocaloric La(Fe,Si)13-Based Composites

A one-step sintering process was developed to produce magnetocaloric La(Fe,Si)13/Ce-Co composites. The effects of Ce2Co7 content and sintering time on the relevant phase transformations were determined. Following sintering at 1373 K/30 MPa for 1–6 h, the NaZn13-type (La,Ce)(Fe,Co,Si)13 phase formed, the mass fraction of α-Fe phase reduced and the CeFe7-type (La,Ce)(Fe,Co,Si)7 phase appeared. The mass fraction of the (La,Ce)(Fe,Co,Si)7 phase increased, and the α-Fe phase content decreased with increasing Ce2Co7 content. However, the mass fraction of the (La,Ce)(Fe,Co,Si)7 phase reduced with increasing sintering time. The EDS results showed a difference in concentration between Co and Ce at the interphase boundary between the 1:13 phase and the 1:7 phase, indicating that the diffusion mode of Ce is reaction diffusion, while that of Co is the usual vacancy mechanism. Interestingly, almost 100 % single phase (La,Ce)(Fe,Co,Si)13 was obtained by appropriate Ce2Co7 addition. After 6 h sintering at 1373 K, the Ce and Co content in the (La,Ce)(Fe,Co,Si)13 phase increased for larger Ce2Co7 content. Therefore, the Curie temperature increased from 212 K (binder-free sample) to 331 K (15 wt.% Ce2Co7 sample). The maximum magnetic entropy change (−ΔSM)max decreased from 8.8 (binder-free sample) to 6.0 J/kg·K (15 wt.% Ce2Co7 sample) under 5 T field. High values of compressive strength (σbc)max of up to 450 MPa and high thermal conductivity (λ) of up to 7.5 W/m·K were obtained. A feasible route to produce high quality La(Fe,Si)13 based magnetocaloric composites with large MCE, good mechanical properties, attractive thermal conductivity and tunable TC by a one-step sintering process has been demonstrated.

Investigations on Flexural and Compressive Strengths of Mortar Dedicated to Clinker Units—Influence of Mixing Water Content and Curing Time

The article presents laboratory tests on the impact of the mixing water content used in the preparation of fresh mortar on the flexural and compressive strength of one of the dry-mix mortars produced by a leading European producer and dedicated to bricklaying with clinker elements. The development of these parameters in relation to curing time was also analyzed. The mortar samples were prepared from a factory-made mortar mix using 4.0 L (the value recommended by the mortar manufacturer), 4.5 L, and 5 L of water per 25 kg bag of ready-made, pre-mixed dry mortar mix. All samples were tested in five series after 5, 9, 14, 21, and 28 days of sample curing. The results of these tests showed that the use of 6 and 18% more mixing water than recommended by the manufacturer (4.5 and 5 L per bag) adversely affected the basic mechanical parameters of the tested mortar. Moreover, it was found that the highest compressive strength values were obtained after 21 days of curing and not after 28 days as usual. It was also found that hardening time and higher than recommended water content adversely affected the bending strength of the mortar.

Non-destructive test analysis on concrete with rice husk ash and crushed stone additives

Well-designed and durable structures play an important role in attaining sustainable infrastructure. However, sometimes due to severe atmospheric conditions such as heat, moisture, chemical attack, other environmental factors, these structures start to deteriorate over a period. To determine the extent of damage to the structure, various tests and structure health monitoring methods have been developed. These tests help in the timely indication of deterioration and maintenance and monitoring of the structure. This paper presents the Non-Destructive Test (NDT) analysis on the novelty developed Rice Husk Ash (RHA) and Crushed Stone (CS) added concrete. RHA was added as a partial replacement of cement in the proportion varying from 5 % to 25% and CS was added in the proportion varying from 20% to 100% as a replacement of sand. Rebound hammer and Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV) test were performed to check the compressive strength of concrete after 28 and 84 days. The test results were compared with conventional concrete (CC), and it was found that the addition of RHA up to 15% and CS up to 80% replacement gives higher values of compressive strength. For optimum content, the value of rebound number is 18.4% higher for 84 days duration as compare to CC. The value of UPV and rebound number for all the series was higher as compare to that of CC.

Effect of admixed chloride and molarity of NaOH solution on early-age strength and reinforcement corrosion in FA/GGBS geopolymer concrete

Chloride persuaded steel reinforcement corrosion is an important durability issue in concrete structures. In this present study, the corrosion of reinforcing steel was evaluated in 0% and 3% sodium chloride admixed fly ash (FA)/ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS) GPC mixes. Two different molarities of NaOH solution i.e. 8 M and 10 M were used for preparing the GPC mixes with FA/GGBS proportions of 100/0 (wt.%), and 70/30 (wt.%). Reinforced geopolymer concrete prismatic specimens were prepared for half-cell potential and linear polarization resistance (i.e. LPR) measurements after 28 days and 180 days of its manufacturing. The obtained results showed that the early age 7 days compressive strength of GPC mixtures reduced with the existence of NaCl. The higher value of compressive strength was detected in GPC prepared with FA/GGBS proportion of 70/30 as compared to that made with FA/GGBS proportion of 100/0. Further, GPC made with higher molarity (10 M) of NaOH solution showed greater strength than that made with lower molarity (8 M) of NaOH solution. The less negative half-cell potential value and lower corrosion current density (Icorr) value of steel reinforcement in GPC was observed at the later age i.e., at 180 days in all GPC mixes as compared to 28 days. The higher chance of rate of corrosion, and the higher Icorr of steel reinforcement was detected in 3.0% NaCl added geopolymer concrete. Further, more negative half-cell potential and higher Icorr of steel reinforcement were detected with a rise in molarity of NaOH solution in GPC made with FA/GGBS proportion of 70/30 at both ages (i.e. at 28 days and 180 days). However, mostly less negative half-cell potential and lower Icorr of reinforcing steel were detected with a rise in molarity of NaOH solution in GPC made with FA/GGBS proportion of 100/0 at both ages.

Gözenekli Agregalı Betonların Isıl ve Mekanik Özellikleri

The results of an experimental study on the thermal and mechanical properties of concretes using porous aggregates instead of conventional aggregates are presented in this study. Oriented at this purpose, eleven concrete samples containing organic sediment stones, volcanic stones and artificial porous aggregates were prepared as porous aggregates. The concrete samples were subjected to certain tests at the end of 28 days of drying period and their thermal and mechanical properties were determined accordingly. With this study, the following values were obtained: i) The lowest heat transfer coefficient for concrete with expanded polystyrene aggregates from the group of artificial porous aggregates: 0.175 W/mK, ii) The highest compressive strength value is basalt-type stone (Karaca dag) from the group of volcanic stones: 117 MPa.

Experimental Investigation of Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV) Test Specimen in Assessing the Strength of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete Structure

This study aims to conduct the Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV) test and compressive strength test of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete (SFRC). This paper also examines the correlation of UPV test data and compressive strength test data for SFRC specimens. The experiments were carried out with the same value of the water-cement ratio, superplasticizer but different fiber volumes of steel fiber. Twelve prism sizes 100mm x 100mm x 500mm were casted and 0.5%, 1.0%, and 1.5% of steel fiber reinforced concrete were added and the prisms undergone curing for 7, 14 and 28 days. The highest value of the UPV test at the x-axis is SFRC-0.5%, 6.26 km/s at seven days and 6.8377 km/s at 14 days. The highest value of the UPV test at the y-axis is SFR-0.5%, 6.68 km/s at seven days and 6.34 km/s at 28 days. Nevertheless, the grading is still considered excellent concrete quality based on BS1881. The highest value of compressive strength is SFRC-1.0%, 193.2 MPa at 14 days. The R-squared value for the correlation coefficient between UPV result and the compressive strength result at the x-axis and y-axis is 0.9963 and 0.9966 respectively. The non-linear models show high regression coefficient of R-squared close to 1.00, which means the parameters are strongly correlated. The correlation equation obtained can be used to predict compressive strength based on UPV data for steel fiber volume fraction up to 1.5%. Thus, it can be concluded that percentage of steel fiber added, affect the strength of the tested concrete specimens and the optimized value of steel fiber added is at 1% in this study.

Effects of kaolin characteristics on the mechanical properties of alkali-activated binders

The present study examines the potential use of six Kaolin samples collected from different deposits to produce calcined kaolin-based alkali-activated binders. The samples were initially characterized to assess their chemical compositions and reactivity through x-ray fluorescence (XRF), x-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy/energy dispersive spectroscopy (SEM/EDS), and Chapelle-test. Mortar specimens were prepared for measuring the hydraulic activity as well as the compressive strength. The chemical analysis of the Kaolin showed a wide range of Al2O3 content (7.4–28.9 wt%), whereas the difference in the SiO2 was minor. Chapelle test results reflected the quality of the Kaolin used in this investigation, with values ranging from 350 to 700 mg/g. All Kaolin samples exhibited clay-based crystalline compounds that disappeared after calcination and converted to amorphous phases. A wide range of compressive strength values was obtained for the resultant alkali-activated binder (15–40 MPa) at 90 days. Direct correlations were found between calcined kaolin characteristics and the 90-days compressive strength of the alkali-activated binder. Kaolin samples with high pozzolanicity and higher Si/Al ratio were found to be more pronounced to produce alkali-activated binder with higher compressive strength values. Higher Fe and Al contents in the calcined Kaolin were found to lower the compressive strength of the alkali-activated binder.

Green Building Materials Based on Waste Filler and Binder

Abstract This study is aimed at the application of alternative binder (AB) into bio-aggregate-based composite. The technically important parameters (density, thermal conductivity, water absorption and compressive strength) of 28, 60 and 90 days hardened green composites containing chemically and physico-chemically modified hemp hurds (HH) with AB compared to the Portland cement (PC) are presented. Testing of two reference bio-composites with original HH confirmed higher values of compressive strength and thermal conductivity unlike water absorption for all hardened specimens based on alternative binder (MgO-cement) compared to conventional PC. Changes in the final properties of hardened bio-composites were affected by treatment process of organic filler and alkaline nature of MgO-cement. The combination of purified HH by ultrasound treatment and AB appears to be promising for preparation of bio-based composite material with better properties compared to PC. In this paper, other option of the preparation of bio-composite system based on original (non-treated) filler and binder consisting of optimal activated MgO and silica fume is presented.

Mechanical and Physical Properties of Cross-Laminated Timber Made from Batai using Different Glue Spread Amounts

This study aimed to determine the mechanical and physical properties of the Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) glued with different amounts of glue. Cost of glue is the outmost importance where it will help in reducing the CLT manufacturing cost. Four different amounts of glue spread were used where the glue that used was phenol-resorcinol formaldehyde (PRF);150, 200, 250 and 300g/m2. The testing of the CLT was conducted by following BS EN 408:2010, BS EN 16351:2015, ASTM D 2718 method B, ASTM D 143-94 and Japanese Agricultural Standard (JAS) 1152:2007. The analysis of physical tests that have been carried out are density, moisture content, shrinkage and swelling of the CLT’s thickness. Meanwhile, the mechanical tests were compression parallel and perpendicular to the grain, three-point bending test (flatwise and edgewise of CLT) and shear test. The highest density was shown by the CLT that using 300 g/m2 which the value was 316.41 kg/m3. Whereas the highest moisture content was shown by CLT that used 250 g/m2 with 15.49% in value. The highest thickness shrinkage percentage was 2.50%, CLT with 200g/m2 while the highest thickness swelling percentage was 5.60% which the CLT used 150 g/m2. For the flatwise bending test, it shows that the CLT that used 300 g/m2 has the highest MOE and MOR value which were 510.63N/mm2 and 8.39 N/mm2. The MOE and MOR value for edgewise bending also shows that CLT that used 300 g/m2 was the best with 1528.70 N/mm2and 13.48 N/mm2. In compression perpendicular to grain test, the CLT with 150 g/m2 shows the highest value of MOE which was 5.89 N/mm2 while CLT that used 200 g/m2 has the highest value of compressive strength with 9.10N/mm2. However, for compression parallel to grain test, the CLT that used 300 g/m2 shows the best performance with 1002.78 N/mm2 and 13.75 N/mm2 of MOE and compressive strength value. Lastly, for the shear test, the highest shear strength value was 0.39 N/mm2 which belongs to CLT that used 150 g/m2. Thus, CLT that used 300 g/m2 of glue spread amount is the best CLT which, the more the amount of glue, the better the performance of the CLT.

Valorized deinking paper residue as fill material for geotechnical structures

This study introduces a novel geotechnical composite material comprising two types of fill material sourced from the paper industry—deinking paper sludge ash (DPSA) and deinking paper sludge (DPS). Five composites with different DPSA and DPS contents were investigated. Two composites were selected for further analyses. The technology and procedure for composite installation were implemented in field tests. The composites with 80% and 70% DPSA exhibited the elasticity required to withstand minor landslide slip deformations, in addition to achieving sufficiently high values of uniaxial compressive strength. The composites had a low maximum dry density value, which led to fewer settlements in the entire support structure. The enhanced shear characteristics can enable the construction of a thinner retaining wall. The delay between preparation and installation of the composites was further investigated. The field tests confirmed that the composites with 80% and 70% DPSA can be installed on the construction site 4 h and even 24 h after mixing. In 2018, a retaining wall structure with 70% DPSA and 30% DPS was successfully implemented near a railway line using conventional technology as followed-up research to the herein presented study. Results have been derived from work performed in the scope of the H2020 Paperchain project in which novel circular economy models centered on the valorization of the waste streams generated by the pulp and paper industry as secondary raw material for several resource-intensive sectors, including the construction sector, have been developed. Environmental benefits are savings in natural raw materials, reduction of landfill disposal as well as CO2 emission reduction.

Utilization of Water Hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) and Corncob (Zea mays) in Epoxy-based Biocomposite Board for Cool Box Thermal Insulation Material

Generally, the cool box is produced using styrofoam as the main thermal insulation material. However, the use of styrofoam potentially cause pollution to the environment at the end of its useful life because it cannot decompose naturally. The effort to overcome this problem is by producing thermal insulation materials from natural sources such as water hyacinth and corncob. The purpose of this study was to determine the characteristics of biocomposite board made from combination of water hyacinth powder and corncob ash based on physical, mechanical, and thermal conductivity analysis. Biocomposite boards were produced by introducing combination of water hyacinth powder and corncorb ash (5, 10, 15%wt) into epoxy resin. The ratio of water hyacinth powder and corncob ash were 100:0 (P0), 95:5 (P1), 90:10 (P2), 85:15 (P3). The biocomposite boards were also made from water hyacinth powder and corncob powder, which ratio of 15:85 (P4) and 0:100 (P5). The results of this research revealed that type P5 board had the lowest density value (0.927 g / cm3) and the lowest water absorption value (1.53%). The P2 type board shows the highest bending strength (8.6 N/mm2) which met the requirements of JIS A 5908 for particleboards type 8. The highest value of compressive strength was observed at P5 type board which was 2.94 ± 0.53 N / mm2. The lowest thermal conductivity values were observed at P2 type boards (0.305 W / mK). It can be concluded that, P2 type board had the best thermal insulator properties among other boards in this study. The thermal insulation effectiveness assessment of biocomposite board for cool box application was conducted using P2 and P5 type boards. The assessment results demonstrated that the styrofoam cool box and commercial cool box performance for maintaining temperature were superior compared to biocomposite cool box. Therefore, it is necessary to re-examine the biocomposite cool box, especially in terms of panel assembling and the shape of the lid, to produce biocomposite cool box with thermal insulator properties comparable to the commercial cool box.

Investigating the Relationship between the Production Characteristics and Quality of Concrete Produced in Aba, Abia State, Nigeria

Quality of concrete explains considerably the state of affairs involved in the production of concrete in a particular area. The antecedents of the production process to a greater extent therefore have a way of predicting the expected quality of a product. Hence, the degree of relationship between the quality of concrete and its production characteristics is determined in the study. Field work adopted in the study comprises activity sampling and ex post facto experimental designs. These two different research designs were applied to obtain data for performance assessment of activities involved in the production procedures and laboratory tests of concrete produced at various sites in the study area respectively. The corresponding data obtained in the field work are in ordinance and ratio scales of measurement. Regression analysis was used to establish a casual relationship between the two variables - performance level of the production characteristics (x) and the compressive strength (y) of the concrete at various sites in the study area. A model relationship of simple regression analysis for the dependent and independent variables is established. Finding reveals that the better the ranking of sites in compliance with the standard practice of production characteristics, the higher the compressive strength property of the concrete produced on site; hence the linear relationship. The coefficient of determination shows that 93% of changes in the strength property of concrete are caused by the production characteristics. Although the highest value of compressive strength obtained as 10.80 N/mm2 goes with the best state of affairs of the production characteristics in the study, it does not meet the minimum stipulated specification for the strength. Hence, other critical factors such as; aggregate type, and mix design should be considered for desired quality of concrete in the study area. Besides, enforcement of uniformity in production process as standard practice by all the firms should as a matter of urgency be implemented formally by the government in the state for improved quality of concrete in general.

Effects of chemical composition of amorphous phase on the reactivity of phosphoric acid activation of volcanic ashes

Two volcanic ashes with differences in mass percentages of oxides in chemical composition of amorphous phase were activated by phosphoric acid (P2O5 / H2O molar ratios between 0.04 and 0.15). Amorphous phase was mainly composed of SiO2, Al2O3, CaO, MgO and Fe2O3 oxides. Heat released and initial setting time correlated with the sum of mass percentages (SMP) of Al2O3, Fe2O3, CaO and MgO oxides of amorphous phase: the greater the SMP, the greater was heat released and the lower was initial setting time. Compressive strength increased with the increase of P2O5 / H2O molar ratio up to a limit. Mass percentages of Al2O3 and Fe2O3 in amorphous phase along with P2O5 / H2O molar ratios plaid key roles on the variation and the highest value of compressive strength. Qualitative and quantitative determinations of chemical composition of amorphous phase of volcanic ash are useful parameters allowing getting appreciable view of its reactivity.

Red Mud-Blast Furnace Slag-Based Alkali-Activated Materials

The aluminum Bayer production process is widespread all over the world. One of the waste products of the Bayer process is a basic aluminosilicate bauxite residue called red mud. The aluminosilicate nature of red mud makes it suitable as a precursor for alkali-activated materials. In this work, red mud was mixed with different percentages of blast furnace slag and then activated by sodium silicate solution at different SiO2/Na2O ratios. Obtained samples were characterized by chemical–physical analyses and compressive strength determination. Very high values of compressive strength, up to 50 MPa, even for high percentage of red mud in the raw mixture (70 wt.% of RM in powder mixture), were obtained. In particular, the higher compressive strength was measured for cubic samples containing 50 wt.% of RM, which showed a value above 70 MPa. The obtained mixtures were characterized by no or scarce environmental impact and could be used in the construction industry as an alternative to cementitious and ceramic materials.

Analysis of the Structure of Ceramic Materials of Clay, Mount Kelud Volcanic Ash and Sea Water

Based on the durability of ancient roman buildings that are 2000 years old and are always exposed to sea waves. In which there is a mixed reaction of volcanic rock with seawater. Indonesia has many active volcanoes, this is because Indonesia is located at the confluence of the Eurasian and Indo-Australian tectonic plates. One of the mountains formed in the area where the plates meet is still active, the mountain is Mount Kelud. Mount Kelud is a volcano in the province of East Java, Indonesia, which is classified as active. The existence of volcanic ash resulting from the eruption of Mount Kelud is quite potential as a ceramic material. So the purpose of this research is to make a ceramic construction made from clay, volcanic ash from Mount Kelud and sea water by the method of die pressing and sintering at a temperature of 1000°C. So it can be known how the physical properties, mechanics and especially the crystal structure formed from ceramic samples. The results of the research that has been carried out are that the highest density value is in the composition of a mixture of 50% volcanic ash and 50% seawater, the highest compressive strength value is also found in the composition of a mixture of 50% volcanic ash and 50% seawater, and from the XRD results, the structure The crystal formed is hexagonal with the phase formed is SiO2.

THE EFFECT OF ADDITION NANOPARTICLES ON SHRINKAGE PROPERTY OF ORDINARY PORTLAND CEMENT

Two types of nanomaterial: Tio2 nanoparticles (NPs) and carbon black NPs have used in this research to study their effect on compressive strength, shrinkage and flow table tests Cement mortar. The mixing ratio was 1:2.7:0.485 (cement, sand, water/cement ratio) for compressive strength test and 1:2 (cement, sand) with the water/cement ratio was a variable value for dry shrinkage test. The two nanoparticles’ ratios are (0.25%, 0.75%, 1.25 % and 1.75%) by weight of the Portland cement. The test results show that the highest value of compressive strength was obtained when using Tio2 at 1.25% wt. of cement. But when using carbon black nanoparticles, the greatest value was obtained when adding it with a ratio of 1.75 % wt. of cement. Using two NPs when added to cement mortar has a negative effect on the shrinkage value.

Producing cement mortars through implementing cement replacement

Cement mortars have been recognised as one of the most important and effective binding materials. The main materials that can be used in cement mortars are sand and Portland cement. The implementation of natural materials in the production process of cement mortars has many negative environmental effects including energy consumption production of various pollutants. Scientific research highlighted that the implementation of wasted materials as cementitious materials has large potential environmentally and economically. The present research study aims to assess the compressive strength of cement mortars that contain replacement Cementous materials that are cement kiln dust and silica fume. The compressive strength of the developed mortars was examined after 7 and 28 days of curing. The findings extracted from the specimens that contain cement replacement have been compared to the specimens of cement mortar having only cement. The findings revealed that mixtures that contain cement kiln dust and silica fume have less compressive strength than mixtures of ordinary Portland cement only. Moreover, a lesser compressive strength was obtained with a greater cement kiln dust content. Samples with reduced replacement at various curing times have higher compressive strength values.