Lower Mass Loss Research Articles

Interface, thermal, and Fourier transform—infrared spectroscopy investigation on polylactic acid/polyhydroxyalkanoate composites with silane‐treated aluminum particles and intercalated montmorillonite inclusions for semiconductor devices

AbstractIn this investigation, the dielectric properties of silane‐influenced aluminum conductive particles in polylactic acid, polyhydroxyalkanoates, and intercalated montmorillonite (MMT) composite were assessed for enhancing the dielectric constant, dielectric loss, and AC conductivities. Eight different sets of samples were fabricated with untreated and silane‐treated batches of biopolymer composites where the highest recorded dielectric constant was 3.98 at relaxation frequency of 10 kHz. One of the notable observations in the dielectric loss was with PLA/PHA/iMMT/Al (10 wt%) (silane‐treated) composites exhibited the lowest losses past relaxation frequencies. Furthermore, FT‐IR spectra were conducted on the samples to identify stretching and bonds created by silane and aluminum particles. The IR spectra confirm the formation of the SiOAl bond when treated with 3‐glycidyloxypropyl‐trimethoxysilane (GPTMS) solution and confirm the bond of AlOH hydroxyl bonds in the untreated composite samples. Other IR spectra information that was gathered would include carbonyl group stretching at 1750 cm−1 and absorption bands of hydroxy acids, between 3511 and 3640 cm−1, respectively. Scanning electron microscopy was performed on the sample to observe the formation of matrix cracks and exfoliation. A rough surface can be seen on PLA/PHA blends and the crystallization of these polymer blends regions can be vividly seen from the micrographs. Lastly, thermogravimetry analysis on the composite samples shows a predominant mass loss at 300°C before complete degradation and the notable composite with the lowest mass loss would be PLA/PHA/iMMT/Al (10 wt%) (ST) composite samples and with the inclusion of a constant 5 wt% organoclay MMT fillers imposed a high‐onset degradation temperature, which was remarkable for composites that were fabricated through standard hot‐press compression molding and cooling procedures.

Исследование физико-механических свойств материалов балластной призмы для скоростного и высокоскоростного движения

Purpose: To substantiate the relevance of conducting research on the properties of ballast materials. To describe the methodology for conducting laboratory tests and present the results of a study of the physical and mechanical properties of ballast materials for higher-speed and high-speed train traffic. To propose the design of a ballast section using used car tires. Methods: Carrying out laboratory tests of samples of gravel from basalt, granite and gabbro-diabase for abrasion in an abrasion-tester and for impact resistance in a PM drop-testing machine. Results: The weight loss has been determined after tests for abrasion in an abrasion-tester and after tests for impact strength on a drop-testing machine. The lowest weight loss has been recorded for a sample of basalt, an intermediate weight loss has been observed for a sample of gabbrodiabase, and the highest - for crushed granite. Practical significance: Basalt rocks have the lowest mass loss in both abrasion-tester and impact tests compared to gabbro-diabase and granite. The authors have proposed a variant of the ballast section design and experimentally substantiated the choice of ballast material for this design. The results obtained can be used to substantiate the choice of ballast material in the design and construction and in modeling the performance of ballast in the track.

Torrefaction of Willow in Batch Reactor and Co-Firing of Torrefied Willow with Coal

The torrefaction process represents a thermal conversion technique conducted at relatively low temperatures ranging between 200 to 300 °C. Its objective is to produce fuel with a higher energy density by decomposing the reactive portion of hemicellulose. In this study, the kinetics of mass loss during torrefaction were investigated for willow. The experiments were carried out under isothermal conditions using thermogravimetric analysis. Batch torrefaction reactor designs were conducted and explained in detail. Co-combustion of willow with hard coal (origin: Katowice mine) in different mass ratios (25% biomass + 75% coal, 50% biomass + 50% coal, and 75% biomass + 25% coal) was conducted in addition to raw biomass torrefaction. TG/MS analysis (a combination of thermogravimetric analysis with mass spectrometry analysis) was performed in the research. The optimal torrefaction conditions for willow were identified as an average temperature of 245 °C and a residence time of 14 min, resulting in the lowest mass loss (30.15%). However, it was noted that the composition of torgas, a by-product of torrefaction, presents challenges in providing a combustible gas with sufficient heat flux to meet the energy needs of the process. Prolonged residence times over 15 min and higher average temperatures above 250 °C lead to excessive energy losses from volatile torrefaction products, making them suboptimal for willow. On the other hand, the co-combustion of torrefied biomass with hard coal offers advantages in reduced sulfur emissions but can lead to increased NOx emissions when biomass with a higher nitrogen content is co-combusted in proportions exceeding 50% biomass. This paper summarizes findings related to optimizing torrefaction conditions, challenges in torgas composition, and the emissions implications of co-combustion.

Dolomit ve Olivin ile Kızılçam odun yonga karışımından üretilen deneme levhalarının özellikleri. Bölüm 2.Teknolojik özellikler

The selected physicochemical properties of urea-formaldehyde bonded experimental panels which produced with two mineral adducts (dolomite and olivine) as proportion in Calabrian pine wood chips were evaluated. It appears each mineral adducts improve the surface discoloration changes rather than control samples. The highest lightness change (darker surface) was found with control (∆L:-13.13). However, only a sample of PY1 shows greener color surface (∆a: -0,39) while others show less red color properties (∆a: 1.06 to 3.40 for dolomite-based panels and ∆a: 0.80 to 1.49 for olivine-based panels) than control (PX0/PY0: 3.55). It has been found that the lowest discoloration (improvement) was found to be PX1 sample which is approximately 63% lower than the control (∆E PX0: 13.62, ∆E PX1: 5.03) for dolomite-formulated boards. For olivine-formulated boards that the lowest discoloration was found with sample PY2 which shows approximately 87% lower than the control (∆E PY0: 13.62, ∆E PY2: 1.73). Olivine appears to be more effective for preservation against discoloration from outdoor exposure at similar experimental conditions than dolomite. Although experimental panels show some level lower heat conduction which improves insulation properties, all dolomite- and olivine-based panel’s conduction values were found to be higher than the standard value of λ: 0.065 W/mK. The adducts formulated panels have shown lowering mass loss (%) in burning tests which was found to be in the range of 11.98% (PX1) to 17.39% (PX0) for dolomite-based panels and in the range of 10.85% (PY5) to 17.35% (PY0) for olivine-based panels. It is noticeable that olivine-based panels show lower mass loss against heat than dolomite-based panels at similar experimental conditions. It is also found that dolomite and olivine improve the combustion properties of experimental panels to a certain extent.

The positive contribution of Cr2O3 reinforcing nanoparticles to enhanced corrosion and tribomechanical performance of Ni–Mo alloy layers electrodeposited from a citrate-sulfate bath

The service lifetime and efficiency of the engineering materials can be enhanced by adopting an appropriate surface modification strategy. This work has endeavored to finish the surface of St37 steel by electrodeposited Ni–Mo alloy layers strengthened by various levels of suspended Cr2O3 nanoparticles in the bath, i.e., 0–8 g/L, to obtain high corrosion and tribomechanical performance. The phase structure, morphology, chemistry, and roughness of the surfaces were assessed by XRD, FESEM, EDS, and AFM, respectively. Corrosion performance of the developed films was measured using OCP, EIS, and potentiodynamic polarization techniques, as well as long-term immersion in the corrosive NaCl medium. Vickers microhardness tester and ball-on-disk tribometer were employed to evaluate the tribomechanical behavior of the coatings. While there is no change in the phase structure of the Ni–Mo alloy layer with the included Cr2O3 nanoparticles, the nanocomposite layers show a more compact and rougher surface. The microhardness of the alloy coating was enhanced by approx. 30 % with the inclusion of the 8 g/L Cr2O3 nanoparticles in the electrolyte. An increase in polarization resistance of the nanocomposite layers compared to alloy one, by 16 kΩ, demonstrated the improvement in the corrosion protection performance with the included nanoparticles. The Ni–Mo–Cr2O3 nanocomposite layers offered lower COF and wear mass loss than the Ni–Mo alloy layer, irrespective of Cr2O3 loadings. The surface modification of mild steels by the Ni–Mo–Cr2O3 nanocomposite films can promote their service lifetime and efficiency in severe industrial applications.

Research progress on the role of cold-sensitive channel TRPM8 in controlling low temperature-induced bone metabolic imbalance

Abstract With increasing aging population, osteoporosis has emerged as a public health problem worldwide. Epidemiological data reveal that the prevalence of osteoporosis in cold regions is high, and low temperatures may crucially affect bone mass. Recent studies have found that the transient receptor potential melastatin-8 (TRPM8) channel, a cold-sensitive ion channel, can sense cold environment, and can be activated in cold environment. It may play an antagonistic role in low temperature-induced bone mass reduction. Mechanistically, this function may be ascribed to the activation of TRPM8 channel proteins in human bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (hBM-MSCs), which causes osteoblast differentiation and mineralization in the bone. TRPM8 channel on the surface of brown adipocytes participates in the thermogenesis in brown adipose tissue (BAT) and the regulation of whole-body energy balance to maintain bone homeostasis. TRPM8 may be involved in bone remodeling throughout life. This paper reviews recent research on the possible antagonistic mechanism of TRPM8 in signaling pathways related to low temperature-induced bone mass loss and assesses the possibility of TRPM8 as a molecular target for the prevention and treatment of low temperature-induced osteoporosis in cold regions.

Developing Botanical Formulations for Sustainable Cosmetics

Interest in clean beauty is rising due to minimalism in the formulation of cosmetics, rational use of water, and fewer chemical additives like preservatives, colorants, surfactants, and artificial fragrances. Green ingredients lead to the development of sustainable formulations with advanced performance and are less aggressive to human health and the environment. Currently, the electrospinning technique is used as a simple one-step manufacturing process to produce nanostructured cosmetics under mild temperature conditions. This study focuses on the utilization of rice bran oil (RBO) in the creation of sustainable nanostructured cosmetics for potential cosmetic and well-being applications. Four sustainable formulations were developed to optimize the creation of nanostructured cosmetics using ethyl cellulose and rice bran oil (RBO). Ethanol absolute and polyvinyl pyrrolidone have been chosen to compose the sustainable formulation due to their biocompatibility and biodegradability. We studied four different RBO concentrations regarding morphology, encapsulation efficiency, biodegradability, and cytotoxicity. Nanostructured cosmetics present biomimetic surfaces, high RBO encapsulation ability, low mass loss at simulated physiologic conditions, and non-cytotoxicity. Therefore, the minimalist sustainable formulation does not contain any toxic solvents and incompatible harmful excipients, was nanostructured using a mild manufacturing process, and obtained high RBO entrapment.

Pyrolysis study of moxa floss with different storage years using online photoionization mass spectrometry

The pyrolysis behaviors of moxa floss with 5–9 storage years were investigated by thermogravimetry (TG) and online synchrotron radiation photoionization mass spectrometry. The online fragment-free mass spectra of moxa floss pyrolysis products were obtained within 300–800 ℃ and characterized as hydrocarbons, nitrogenous and oxygenated compounds. The results indicate that pyrolysis temperature plays a leading role in the low-molecular-weight product distribution, while the storage year has secondary effects. Controlling the pyrolysis temperature in a lower range (<650 ℃) can effectively reduce the generation of benzene, toluene and other harmful substances. Aromatics could be released from the break of large molecules with aromatic structures and formed from the aromatization of small unstructured compounds at high temperatures. At the temperature lower than 400 ℃, short-year samples exhibit a higher intensity of oxygenated compounds. However, with the increase of storage years, nitrogenous heterocyclics such as pyrrole and pyridine are preferably formed at higher temperatures. In addition, increasing the storage year of moxa floss leads the TG curve to exhibit a lower maximum mass loss rate. These results will enrich the understanding of the storage year effect on the beneficial oxygen-containing components generation and the release of harmful components in the moxa floss pyrolysis.

Improving the performance of recycled concrete by biodeposition of biogenic silica as a surface coating

This study addresses the challenges of sustainability and the implementation of a circular economy in the construction and maintenance of concrete structures used in clean-water applications. Specifically, it examines the use of an innovative surface treatment based on a biofilm comprising diatom biosilica deposition as a waterproofing agent and surface pore sealant to improve the longevity of recycled concrete. To this end biofilm-treated and untreated (control) samples of a concrete mix containing 50% recycled aggregates were subject to four performance tests directed at assessing the durability of concrete structures under environmental conditions: resistance to carbonation, freeze–thaw durability, resistance to water penetration, and electrical resistivity as an indicator of the corrosion resistance of concrete. In addition, the protective biofilm was characterised using SEM. Results suggest that the biogenic silica surface treatment significantly improves the durability of recycled concrete, in particular, for treated compared to untreated samples there was a 56 % reduction of the carbonation front, 26% lower mass loss in freeze–thaw cycles, 57% reduction in the water penetration front under pressure, and 44% higher electrical resistivity. Together these findings confirm that the biofilm used in this study constitutes an effective treatment to improve the properties of recycled concrete and ensure its durability, particularly when used in the construction of structures in contact with constant water fluctuations.

Fabrication and rheological properties of a novel interpenetrating network hydrogel based on sage seed hydrocolloid and globulin from the hydrocolloid extraction by-product

In this study, interpenetrating polymer network hydrogels were developed based on sage seed gum (SSG) and globulin protein (Glo) extracted from the mucilage-free seeds. By combining Glo hydrogel with the SSG network the inherent weak gelation of the single SSG system was compensated. As the fraction of Glo increased, various properties of the interpenetrating polymer network (IPN) hydrogels improved substantially. Electrophoretic analysis under reducing conditions showed that Glo dissociated into subunits of approximately 30 kDa and 20 kDa, suggesting it comprises 11S globulin. FTIR spectrum revealed new peaks at 1645 cm−1 and 1537 cm−1 in the amide I and II regions, respectively, for the IPN hydrogels, indicating interactions between two hydrogel networks. Based on the weight loss measurements, the IPN hydrogels exhibited lower mass loss, particularly at higher Glo fractions up to 6 %. The IPN hydrogels also displayed enhanced elasticity, pseudoelasticity, thixotropy, and creep resistance compared to SSG hydrogel, indicating suitability for food, pharmaceutical, and biomedical applications. More broadly, this research provides a sustainable strategy toward innovative material development while advancing bio-based hydrogels.

Investigation of the flame properties and fire behavior of carbon‐reinforced PEKK, BMI and phenolic composites impacted by Jet‐A1/air flames

AbstractThis paper provides an experimental investigation of a kerosene/air burner (the NexGen burner designed on the FAA's proposed ISO 2685 standard), which is used to generate flame/burnt gases impinging on material samples in the field of fire safety. The purpose of this study is to characterize this burner, and experimental means are implemented to better understand the effects of the equivalence ratio on the spatial distribution of the gas temperature (thermocouples), the heat flux (heat flux gauge), and gas emission species. Hence, the measured flame temperature, heat flux, and heat release rate increase up to a critical value of equivalence ratio equal to 1.03. Furthermore, a pyrolysis test was carried out on composite materials and the results of the comparative analysis of carbon‐phenolic, carbon‐BMI, and carbon‐PEKK materials show that carbon‐PEKK had the lowest mass loss, highest back‐face temperature without significant material delamination, and the lowest concentration of gas emission species.

Fabrication of hydrolyzed keratin-modified rigid polyurethane foams and its thermal stability and combustion performance

Rigid polyurethane foams (RPUFs) were synthesized with hydrolyzed keratin using the “one-step method” of all-water foaming. Thermogravimetric analysis, pyrolysis kinetics analysis, cone calorimetry and smoke density (Ds) were used to investigate the effects of hydrolyzed keratin on thermal stability and combustion performance of RPUFs. The results showed that the modified RPUFs with 12.5 wt% hydrolyzed keratin (RPUF-HK5) had the lowest mass loss, the highest integrated program pyrolysis temperature, the highest activation energy, the lowest Ds (25.32 and 22.57), the highest light transmittance (64.30% and 67.46%), and total heat release (1.85 MJ/m2, 2.18 MJ/m2 and 2.92 MJ/m2), which indicated that RPUF-HK5 had better thermal stability and combustion performance. The current research results provided a useful reference for the preparation of the RPUFs with good thermal stability by bio-based modification.

H2 production by high-temperature pyrolysis of PEEK

Polyether ether ketone (PEEK) as an emerging engineering plastic has shown a big potential in recent years to produce Hydrogen (H2) for clean energy through high-temperature pyrolysis. This paper investigates the H2 production capacity and mechanism due to the pyrolysis of PEEK at high temperatures. The results revealed that PEEK has two pyrolysis stages in the temperature ranges of 783–905 K and 905–1173 K respectively. In the first stage, approximately 45 % mass loss was observed with an activation energy of 210.55 kJ/mol. However, only 0.93 mg/g of H2 was produced. According to fourier transform infrared, the main source which generated that H2 is the small amount of H atoms caused by the C-H bonds cracking. The H atoms were then recombined into H2 in the gas phase. The second stage of pyrolysis predominates the productions of H2, with around 11 % mass loss and an activation energy of 411.47 kJ/mol occurred. The H2 yield reaches 9.84 mg/g at 1073 K in this stage. The H2 is mainly generated by dehydrogenation of benzene rings and a small amount of -CH3 and -OH bonds. As the temperature raised, free radicals released by the breakdown of PEEK network recombined, suggesting three potential pathways for H2 production: (1) the dehydrogenation recombination of phenoxybenzene radicals to form dibenzofuran, (2) the recombination of benzene radicals to form biphenyl and naphthalene, and (3) the reaction of phenol and benzene at high temperature to form dibenzofuran, leading to recombination of H atoms into H2. The overall experiment results indicate that the H2 production of PEEK primarily occurs during the high-temperature pyrolysis stages with low mass loss. This finding shed new light on the mechanisms of H2 production and resource utilization of plastics for the future.

Study on wear and corrosive behavior of novel Al/Al2O3/SiC/WS2 hybrid composites

Hybrid Aluminum composites, in addition to solid lubricants and hard ceramics as particle additives, are next-generation self-lubricating materials for the automotive industry. In this paper, mechanical, wear, and corrosive properties are represented as the key characteristics concerning adding WS2 as reinforcement in Al-SiC-Al2O3 composite. All the compositions in this study have 5 wt% of SiC and Al2O3 concentration each. For the present investigation, WS2 particles are added at varying concentration of 0 wt%, 1 wt%, 4 wt%, and 9 wt% and 16 wt%. The fabricated method is powder metallurgy at 560 Mpa (compaction pressure) and 600 0C (sintering temperature). XRD and SEM analysis reveal the phase identification with topographical features. Enhancements of 32 % in microhardness of Al-SiC-Al2O3-WS2 composites were observed at 9 wt% WS2 as compared to Al-SiC-Al2O3 composite. The experimental results reveal that the best theoretical density (2.98 g cm−3) with the minimum of 1.02 % porosity, highest Vickers hardness (125 ± 2.87 HV), lowest mass loss (0.67 mg for 5 N, 1.5 m/s), with 0.131 lowest coefficient of friction were obtained for Al-SiC-Al2O3-WS2 composites at 9 wt% WS2 concentration. The corrosive resistance is very high (0.0034 mm/year at 120 hrs.) for 81 wt% Al- 5 wt% Al2O3- 5 wt% SiC- 9 wt% WS2 hybrid composite. All results showed that WS2 has been more effective in hybrid reinforcement up to 9 wt% in Al hybrid composites. Hybrid composites made of Al-Al2O3-SiC-WS2 also provide better design freedom and durability for potential components for both normal and corrosive environments.

Degradation by brown rot fungi increases the hygroscopicity of heat-treated wood

Heat treatment increases the decay resistance of wood by decreasing its hygroscopicity, but the wood material remains degradable by fungi. This study investigated the degradation of heat-treated wood by brown rot fungi, with the aim of identifying fungal-induced hygroscopicity changes that facilitate degradation. Scots pine sapwood samples were modified under superheated steam at 200 and 230 °C and then exposed to Coniophora puteana and Rhodonia placenta in a stacked-sample decay test to produce samples in different stages of decay. Sorption isotherms were measured starting in desorption from the undried, decaying state to investigate their hygroscopic properties. Although there were substantial differences in degradative ability between the two fungi, the results revealed that decay by both species increased the hygroscopicity of wood in the decaying state, particularly at high relative humidity. The effect was stronger in the heat-treated samples, which showed a steep increase in moisture content at low decay mass losses. The reference samples showed decreased hygroscopicity in absorption from the dry state, while the heat-treated samples still showed an increase at low mass losses. Near infrared spectroscopy showed that the early stages of decay were characterised by the degradation of hemicellulose and chemical changes to cellulose and lignin, which may explain the increase in hygroscopicity. The results provide a new perspective on brown rot decay and offer insight into the degradation of heat-treated wood.

Effect of water temperature and induced acoustic pressure on cavitation erosion behaviour of aluminium alloys

Cavitation erosion is a major challenge for marine and fluid machinery systems. This study investigated the erosion performance of two as-cast aluminium alloys exposed to acoustic cavitation in water at temperatures of 10–50 °C and those were then compared with an extruded wrought alloy tested specifically at the temperature of maximum erosion. The results showed that the as-cast A380 alloy displayed exceptional resistance to cavitation erosion, with the lowest mass loss and surface roughness. This finding suggests that the as-cast A380 alloy is a suitable choice for lightweight, high-performance components in applications where cavitation resistance is critical.

Field and Laboratory Wear Tests of Machine Components Used for Renovation of Dirt Roads-A Case Study.

Renovation of dirt roads requires a reliable and durable work tool. This article includes the methodology of field and bench tests as well as the results of these tests and conclusions for cutters used for dirt road renovation. The main novelty of the research presented in this article was to determine the wear mechanisms occurring during field and laboratory tests, to determine the differences in wear levels and the cost of renovation of one kilometer of dirt road. Calculations of the efficiency of replacing these working elements and the cost of operating various cutters per km are also presented. The lowest mass loss was characterized by milling cutters Ø25 mm mounted on an expansion sleeve and amounted to 130 g. The dominant wear mechanism that was observed after the renovation of dirt roads was micro-scraping and micro-bruising. For this variant, the cost per 1 km of road renovation was also the lowest and amounted to about PLN 2.

Fabrication of soybean oil-based polyol modified polyurethane foam from ammonium polyphosphate and its thermal stability and flame retardant properties

Abstract Rigid polyurethane foams (RPUFs) were prepared using biomass soybean oil-based polyol and ammonium polyphosphate (APP) as raw materials. The effects of APP on the thermal stability and combustion performance of soybean oil-based polyol-modified RPUFs were investigated by thermogravimetric analysis, pyrolysis kinetic analysis, limiting oxygen index (LOI) test, cone calorimetry (CONE), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and smoke density (Ds). The results showed that the modified RPUF with 20 wt% APP (RPUF-S3-20) had the lowest mass loss, the highest integrated programmed decomposition temperature and the highest activation energy. In addition, RPUF-S3-20 had the lowest Ds (30.9), the highest light transmittance (61.4 %), the lowest heat release rate (602.7 kW/m2, 506.8 MJ/m2, and 847.3 kW/m2) and the total heat release (18.3 MJ/m2, 21.4 MJ/m2, and 31.4 MJ/m2), which showed that RPUF-S3-20 had good thermal stability and flame retardant performance. The current results can provide an effective reference for the preparation of environmentally friendly RPUF by bio-based modification.

Processing of Pinus sylvestris L. into a heat-insulating, thermally stable, and flame-retarded material by combining the flame-retardant impregnation and densification treatment

Abstract Flame-retardant impregnation and densification are two major modification techniques to improve the fire safety of wood. Here, these two techniques were combined to prepare flame-retarded wood, aiming at further fire hazard reduction. The delignated Pinus sylvestris L. was impregnated with boric acid (BA) and graphene oxide (GO) solutions, then densified to prepare densified flame-retarded wood named BGO-DW sample. The results revealed that the BGO-DW sample obtained a limiting oxygen index (LOI) value of 47.4 %. Its backside temperature after 1200 s heating was 49 % lower than that of unmodified wood. Besides, the peak heat release rate (PHRR) and total heat release (THR) values of BGO-DW sample were 72 and 62 % lower than those of unmodified wood due to its shorter pyrolysis interval and lower peak mass loss rate (PMLR), as supported by thermogravimetric (TG) analysis. The flame retardancy of BGO-DW sample could be attributed to the formation of compatible char containing C=C aromatic structure, C–O–C cross-linked structure, and boron trioxide (B2O3) structure. These features of BGO-DW sample offer a new method to improve thermal stability, heat insulation, and flame retardancy for wood and wood-based products.

Influence of Waste Glass Addition on the Fire Resistance, Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Geopolymer Composites.

Nowadays, humanity has to face the problem of constantly increasing amounts of waste, which cause not only environmental pollution but also poses a critical danger to human health. Moreover, the growth of landfill sites involves high costs of establishment, development, and maintenance. Glass is one of the materials whose recycling ratio is still insufficient. Therefore, in the presented work, the influence of the particle size and share of waste glass on the consistency, morphology, specific surface area, water absorption, setting time, and mechanical properties of geopolymers was determined. Furthermore, for the first time, the fire resistance and final setting time of such geopolymer composites were presented in a wide range. Based on the obtained results, it was found that the geopolymer containing 20% unsorted waste glass obtained a final setting time that was 44% less than the sample not containing waste glass, 51.5 MPa of compressive strength (135.2% higher than the reference sample), and 13.5 MPa of residual compressive strength after the fire resistance test (164.7% more than the reference sample). Furthermore, it was found that the final setting time and the total pore volume closely depended on the additive's share and particle size. In addition, the use of waste glass characterized by larger particle sizes led to higher strength and lower mass loss after exposure to high temperatures compared to the composite containing smaller ones. The results presented in this work allow not only for reducing the costs and negative impact on the environment associated with landfilling but also for developing a simple, low-cost method of producing a modern geopolymer composite with beneficial properties for the construction industry.