Strength Evaluation of Red Mud based Geopolymer Mortar Incorporating Industrial Waste: Comparative Study

Abstract: This study investigates the strength performance of a geopolymer mortar made from red mud and combined with industrial waste. In the creation of geopolymer mortar, red mud, a result of the aluminium refining process, is mixed with various industrial waste products as a precursor. The investigation's main goal is to evaluate the compressive strength of various formulations and additives in order to get knowledge about how effective they are as strengthening agents. Strength development and material structure are related by microstructural investigation, which uses SEM and XRD methods. The comparative nature of the study reveals the best mixtures of red mud and industrial waste for raising the compressive strength of geopolymer mortar. These results highlight the potential for eco-friendly geopolymer materials to replace traditional cement-based systems.

Keywords: Geopolymer, Red mud, Industrial waste, Compressive strength