Next MaterialsPub Date : 2025-02-24DOI: 10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100542
Fatima E. Alzhrani , Munazza Gull , Amna N. Khan , M. Aslam , Wafa A. Bawazir , Noor M. Bataweel , Ahmed M. Al-hejin , A. Hameed , M. Tahir Soomro
{"title":"Malic acid as an organic linker for attaching Ag NPs to Fe3O4 nanoclusters: Synergistic enhancement of antimicrobial and antioxidant activities","authors":"Fatima E. Alzhrani , Munazza Gull , Amna N. Khan , M. Aslam , Wafa A. Bawazir , Noor M. Bataweel , Ahmed M. Al-hejin , A. Hameed , M. Tahir Soomro","doi":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100542","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100542","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The study presents a simple and user-friendly one-pot method for fabricating Ag@Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> nanoclusters (NCs) and demonstrates their superior antimicrobial and antioxidant activity. In contrast, Ag NPs and Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> NPs synthesized with ascorbic acid as a reducing agent showed no antimicrobial effectiveness. The fabrication process of Ag@Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> NCs involved linking Ag NPs to Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> NCs by hydrolyzing FeCl<sub>3</sub> to Fe(OH)<sub>3</sub> with NaOH, reducing Fe(OH)<sub>3</sub> to Fe(OH)<sub>2</sub> using malic acid, and then oxidizing Fe(OH)<sub>2</sub> with AgNO<sub>3</sub>. In the colloidal solution, malate ions from malic acid served as linkers, connecting Ag NPs to Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> NCs through surface interactions. FESEM images showed smaller spherical Ag NPs attached to clusters of square-shaped Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> particles, while FTIR analysis confirmed the presence of malate ions in the colloidal solution. The antimicrobial activity was assessed against Gram-positive bacteria (<em>B. cereus</em>, MRSA), Gram-negative bacteria (<em>E. coli</em>, <em>P. aeruginosa</em>, <em>S. liquefaciens</em>), and yeasts (<em>C. albicans</em>, <em>C. tropicalis</em>), showing that Ag@Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> NCs effectively eliminated both bacteria and fungi. MIC and growth curve investigations showed that even at very low concentrations, the individual components of Ag@Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> NCs (Ag NPs and Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> NCs) effectively synergize to inhibit bacterial growth. Additionally, the DPPH assay revealed that the antioxidant efficacy of Ag@Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> NCs was also enhanced through this synergistic interaction. This combined effect is attributed to the external force exerted by Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> NCs on the membrane, disrupting the cell wall and facilitating the entry of Ag NPs into the cell interior. Therefore, attaching Ag NPs to Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> NCs in a colloidal solution represents a novel approach for optimizing both antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100958,"journal":{"name":"Next Materials","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100542"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143474161","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Next MaterialsPub Date : 2025-02-22DOI: 10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100538
Md. Ziaul Islam , Mehedi Hasan , Md. Ferdous Rahman , Md. Meganur Rhaman
{"title":"DFT-based insights into Ca, Mg, and Cr-doped BaNpO₃ perovskites for advanced optoelectronic applications","authors":"Md. Ziaul Islam , Mehedi Hasan , Md. Ferdous Rahman , Md. Meganur Rhaman","doi":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100538","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100538","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Density functional theory and the generalized gradient approximation were employed to investigate the structural and optoelectronic properties of <span><math><mrow><msub><mrow><mi>Ba</mi></mrow><mrow><mn>0.875</mn></mrow></msub><msub><mrow><mi>A</mi></mrow><mrow><mn>0.125</mn></mrow></msub><mi>Np</mi><msub><mrow><mi>O</mi></mrow><mrow><mn>3</mn></mrow></msub></mrow></math></span> (A = Ba, Ca, Mg, and Cr) perovskites. The calculated lattice parameters of <span><math><mrow><mi>BaNp</mi><msub><mrow><mi>O</mi></mrow><mrow><mn>3</mn></mrow></msub></mrow></math></span> agree with previously calculated results and confirm the acceptability of these calculations. Electronic band structures and density of states analysis indicate a half-metallic nature across all variants. Optical property analysis reveals that Mg and Cr doping significantly enhance absorption in the infrared to ultraviolet regions, as well as reflectivity in low-energy ranges, suggesting their suitability for solar energy and electromagnetic shielding applications. These findings provide valuable insights into the potential of <span><math><mrow><mi>BaNp</mi><msub><mrow><mi>O</mi></mrow><mrow><mn>3</mn></mrow></msub></mrow></math></span>-based perovskites for advanced optoelectronic and energy-efficient technologies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100958,"journal":{"name":"Next Materials","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100538"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143465153","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recent advances and challenges in single-atom catalysts for proton exchange membrane water electrolysis","authors":"Wei Xia, Jinyang Zhang, Guangyu Xu, Ting Jin, Qinglun Wang, Lifang Jiao","doi":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100553","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100553","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Hydrogen energy represents a promising alternative to fossil fuels, with the potential to facilitate sustainable development in the future. Proton exchange membrane water electrolysis (PEMWE) technology can produce green hydrogen (H<sub>2</sub>) at scale and with high purity, offering an environmentally benign solution. However, the advancement of PEMWE is currently restricted by challenges such as the sluggish kinetics of anode materials during the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) and high cost. Single-atom catalysts (SACs) possess high atomic utilization efficiency of loading metals with high mass activity, making them particularly promising applications in PEMWE. Additionally, the catalytic properties of SACs can be precisely tailored through specific interactions between the support and the active sites. This review elucidates the fundamental principles of OER and PEMWE, highlighting the unique advantages of SACs in the anodic reactions of PEMWE. Subsequently, we summarize recent research advances in the application of SACs within PEMWE and discuss essential characterization techniques for investigating the structure and mechanisms of SACs in OER. Finally, we provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of this field and outline prospective directions for future development.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100958,"journal":{"name":"Next Materials","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100553"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143453757","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Next MaterialsPub Date : 2025-02-21DOI: 10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100555
Mingzheng Shao , Yangbo Ma , Yuecheng Xiong , Liang Guo , Yunhao Wang , Guozhi Wang , Fu Liu , Fengkun Hao , Xiang Meng , Xintao Ma , Zhanxi Fan
{"title":"Multiple active site metal-based catalysts for C-N coupling reactions and the beyond","authors":"Mingzheng Shao , Yangbo Ma , Yuecheng Xiong , Liang Guo , Yunhao Wang , Guozhi Wang , Fu Liu , Fengkun Hao , Xiang Meng , Xintao Ma , Zhanxi Fan","doi":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100555","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100555","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Electrochemical C-N coupling reactions have resonated in the scientific community for the ability of integrating carbon sources and nitrogen sources to generate valuable industrial organonitrogen compounds under mild conditions, regarded as sustainable and green alternatives to defossilize conventional industrial processes. However, the low Faradaic efficiency and poor selectivity of C-N coupling reactions, arisen from obscure understanding of the complex multi-step reactions and competitive side reactions, hinder their practical applications. This highlights the demand for advanced catalysts with defined active sites. Metal-based catalysts with multiple active sites are promising due to their versatile active sites and synergistic effects between each component. This review outlines the underlying mechanisms and advanced detection methodologies essential for rational catalyst design. It examines key studies on metal-based catalysts with various active sites (T-T (Transition-Transition), T-P (Transition-P block), and P-P (P block-P block) combinations) and diverse feedstocks for reductive C-N coupling reactions. Additionally, it explores structural and electrochemical engineering strategies for single active site catalysts, applicable to multi-site catalysts. The review also covers mechanisms and current works in oxidative reactions. Finally, it addresses challenges and opportunities in designing metal-based catalysts with multiple active sites for C-N coupling reactions, aiming to enhance understanding and drive research towards industrial-scale carbon and nitrogen fixation.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100958,"journal":{"name":"Next Materials","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100555"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143453755","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Next MaterialsPub Date : 2025-02-20DOI: 10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100534
Fawad Ahmad , Sabeen Tahir , Ayesha Wali , Muhammad Imran Khan , Abdallah Shanableh
{"title":"A review article on the photocatalytic degradation of atrazine by potential catalysts","authors":"Fawad Ahmad , Sabeen Tahir , Ayesha Wali , Muhammad Imran Khan , Abdallah Shanableh","doi":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100534","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100534","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Atrazine, a persistent herbicide with endocrine-disrupting properties, poses significant environmental and health risks. Its widespread use and persistence in aquatic ecosystems necessitate effective remediation strategies. Photocatalytic degradation, a promising green technology, utilizes light energy to degrade pollutants into less harmful substances. This study systematically investigates the photocatalytic degradation of atrazine using a variety of photocatalysts, including TiO<sub>2</sub>, boron-doped TiO<sub>2</sub>, ZnIn<sub>2</sub>S4-based catalysts, indole-3-acetic acid-montmorillonite clay composites, ZnO-based catalysts, ZnO/GO composites, Pd/ZnWO4 nanocomposites, and zinc-doped cadmium aluminum ferrite. Boron-doped TiO<sub>2</sub> achieved a degradation efficiency of 94.7 % within 180 min under visible light. The influence of key parameters such as catalyst concentration, pH, initial atrazine concentration, and light intensity on the degradation process was systematically examined. A novel aspect of this research lies in the comparative analysis of diverse photocatalysts, enabling the identification of optimal conditions for efficient atrazine removal. High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and total organic carbon (TOC) analyses confirmed both primary degradation and mineralization of atrazine. The findings of this study offer valuable insights into the potential application of photocatalytic technology for the remediation of atrazine-contaminated water bodies. By optimizing reaction conditions and selecting suitable photocatalysts it is possible to achieve effective and sustainable removal of this persistent pollutant.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100958,"journal":{"name":"Next Materials","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100534"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143445153","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Next MaterialsPub Date : 2025-02-20DOI: 10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100554
Yimin Fu , Min Zhu , Ao Shi , Bo Zhang , Peng Xu
{"title":"Stimulus-responsive antibacterial strategies for construction of anti-infection bone implants","authors":"Yimin Fu , Min Zhu , Ao Shi , Bo Zhang , Peng Xu","doi":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100554","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100554","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Bone-related implantable hardware is expanding continuously in clinic along with growing geriatric population and orthopedic disorders and defects. Failures led by infections after implantation give rise of patient burdens physiologically and psychologically. Compared to regular debridement therapies, more and more studies have focused on stimuli-responsive smart strategies for construction of adaptively anti-infective bone implants in order to subdue current complication issues: microbial adhesion and its subsequent biofilm formation, antibiotic drug resistance and invalid bacterial elimination treatment. In this way, the implants themselves can response promptly to infection at the early infection stage. This review endeavors to summarize progresses of stimulus-responsive bone implants in the last decade from two aspects: exogenous physical factors (e.g., light, ultrasound, magnetism, and electricity) and endogenous bacterial metabolites (acid, enzymes, and ROS) as stimuli to initiate effective bactericidal effects and controlled medicine release. At the end of the article, current difficulties and future research orientations in developing anti-infective implants with high performances, long-term safety and stability are put forward.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100958,"journal":{"name":"Next Materials","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100554"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143453756","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Next MaterialsPub Date : 2025-02-20DOI: 10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100529
Somar Rajeh Ghanem, Amit C. Bhosale
{"title":"Analytical modeling of Nusselt number and friction factor for honeycomb-shaped artificial roughness in solar air heater","authors":"Somar Rajeh Ghanem, Amit C. Bhosale","doi":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100529","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100529","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This research paper investigates the impact of honeycomb-shaped roughness on the thermo-hydraulic performance parameter (THPP), Nusselt number (Nu), and friction factor (FF) in the solar air heater (SAH). The investigation employs computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis and experimental validations, focusing on Reynolds numbers (Re, 3000–21000) as the operational parameter. The study explores key design parameters, including relative roughness height (e/D, 0.03–0.05), relative roughness pitch (P/e, 8–12), and the angle of attack (Ø, 90˚ −120˚). Validation of CFD results against experimental findings reveals a maximum Mean Absolute Percentage Error (MAPE) of 8.3 % for the FF and 9.8 % for the Nu, indicating strong agreement between CFD simulations and experimental observations. Key findings include a maximum THPP of 1.7 achieved at an (P/e) of 10, (e/D) of 0.04, and (Ø) of 120˚ with Re of 6000. Additionally, a maximum Nu of 140.65 is attained at an(P/e) of 10, (e/D) of 0.04, (Ø) of 120˚, and Re of 21000. The highest FF of 0.039 is recorded at an (P/e) of 9, (e/D) of 0.05, and (Ø) of 120˚ at Re of 6000. Regression analysis is employed to establish correlations for FF and Nu as functions of (Re) and honeycomb-shaped roughness parameters. Comparisons between the developed equations and CFD results indicate MAPE of 6.1 % for the FF and 4.7 % for the Nu, affirming the accuracy and reliability of the correlations in predicting frictional and heat transfer properties of the system.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100958,"journal":{"name":"Next Materials","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100529"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143453758","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Multi-objective optimization of fused filament fabrication (FFF) parameters for rice husk reinforced PLA composites","authors":"Milind Patil , Mugdha Dongre , D.N. Raut , Ajinkya Naik","doi":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100540","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100540","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) is a prominent additive manufacturing technique adept at creating intricate and dimensionally stable components. The integration of natural fillers, including rice husk fibers (RF), in polylactic acid (PLA) composites improves mechanical characteristics and sustainability. This study examines the influence of FFF process parameters and RF filler fraction on the mechanical characteristics of RF/PLA composites to identify the ideal printing conditions. RF/PLA composites were produced using melt mixing extrusion and FFF printing, incorporating RF loadings of 1.0 wt%, 3.0 wt%, and 5.0 wt%. The impact of layer thickness, nozzle temperature, and material percentage on tensile and flexural characteristics was examined. A singular value—multi-attribute performance index (MAPI) was derived from the diverse responses utilizing TOPSIS. The ideal parameters—0.2 mm layer thickness, 190°C nozzle temperature, and 1 % RF—produced superior mechanical performance, with material percentage accounting for 75 % of the total attributes. This study illustrates the feasibility of RF as a reinforcement in PLA composites for FFF, emphasizing the impact of process parameters on mechanical performance. The findings are crucial and relevant for optimizing FFF-printed natural fiber composites, since they have the potential to create innovative, environmentally sustainable products with optimal efficiency.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100958,"journal":{"name":"Next Materials","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100540"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143445852","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"New challenges for lithium fluoride: From dosimeter to solid-state batteries (review)","authors":"Utkirjon Sharopov , Tukhtamurod Juraev , Siddik Kakhkhorov , Khusniddin Juraev , Muzaffar Kurbanov , Mukhtorjon Karimov , Dilmurod Saidov , Alisher Kakhramonov , Feruza Akbarova , Islomjon Rakhmatshoev , Odiljon Abdurakhmonov","doi":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100548","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100548","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Lithium fluoride (LiF) stands out as a material with exceptional physical and chemical properties, including high ionic conductivity, thermal stability, and compatibility with modern battery components. While its initial applications were rooted in radiation dosimetry due to its thermoluminescent capabilities, LiF has since evolved into a versatile material with broad applications spanning optics, electronics, and lithium-ion battery (LIB) technologies. This review delves into the multifaceted roles of LiF, charting its progression from a dosimetric material in the 1980s to a critical component in next-generation solid-state batteries. The material’s ability to enhance the stability, durability, and safety of LIB components, especially in solid electrolyte systems, is particularly emphasized. LiF also plays a significant role in the fabrication of high-efficiency OLED devices, as well as in nuclear technologies, where it is utilized in neutron dosimetry and reactor materials. Furthermore, the paper explores LiF’s contributions to defect engineering, surface modifications, and recycling strategies, which are pivotal in advancing its application in energy storage technologies. Beyond batteries, LiF's utility extends to fields like catalysis, biomedicine, and nuclear technologies, reflecting its vast potential for future innovations. This study provides a comprehensive overview of LiF's properties, applications, and research directions, offering insights into its critical role in the development of sustainable and high-performance materials for emerging technologies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100958,"journal":{"name":"Next Materials","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100548"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143445085","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Next MaterialsPub Date : 2025-02-18DOI: 10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100552
D.G.C. Silva , N.B.D. Lima
{"title":"Incorporating marble sludge in laying mortars and their microstructural, thermal, mechanical, and chemical characteristics","authors":"D.G.C. Silva , N.B.D. Lima","doi":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100552","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxmate.2025.100552","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The processing of dimension stones is responsible for a large generation of waste. The cutting and polishing phase is carried out with the aid of running water and ends up generating a specific type of waste called marble work sludge or abrasive sludge (contaminant residue), composed of a mixture of powder from different types of rocks, water and remains of abrasive elements. The objective of this study was to evaluate the affect of replacing cement with marble waste in the cement matrix. The sludge was collected and treated for use in mortars. The physical characterization of the materials was carried out using laser granulometry and specific mass. Microstructural analysis was carried out using the Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and chemical characterization was carried out using energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) and energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDX). the chemical analysis of the mortars was carried out using X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry analysis was carried out (FRX). To understand the thermal behavior of the residue, thermogravimetric analysis of the abrasive sludge was also carried out using STA, obtaining TGA, DTG, and DSC. After the physical, chemical and microstructural characterization of the materials, mortars were made with replacement if cement with sludge abrasive in proportions of 10 %, 15 % and 20 %. The results of this research indicate the possibility of substitution of up to 10 % of cement for abrasive sludge without compromising the mechanical performance of the mortars.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100958,"journal":{"name":"Next Materials","volume":"8 ","pages":"Article 100552"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143436925","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}