Radiation-shielding concrete: A review of materials, performance, and the impact of radiation on concrete properties

The efficiency of radiation shielding is crucial across industries having radioactive activities, from medical facilities to nuclear power stations. Radiation-Shielding Concrete (RSC) emerges as the preferred material for its cost-effectiveness, robust mechanical performance, ease of production, and...

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Main Authors: Onaizi, Ali M., Amran, Mugahed, Tang, Waiching, Betoush, Nour, Alhassan, Mohammad, Rashid, Raizal S.M., Yasin, Mohammad Fares, Bayagoob, K.H., Onaizi, Sagheer A.
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Published: Elsevier 2024
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author Onaizi, Ali M.
Amran, Mugahed
Tang, Waiching
Betoush, Nour
Alhassan, Mohammad
Rashid, Raizal S.M.
Yasin, Mohammad Fares
Bayagoob, K.H.
Onaizi, Sagheer A.
author_facet Onaizi, Ali M.
Amran, Mugahed
Tang, Waiching
Betoush, Nour
Alhassan, Mohammad
Rashid, Raizal S.M.
Yasin, Mohammad Fares
Bayagoob, K.H.
Onaizi, Sagheer A.
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description The efficiency of radiation shielding is crucial across industries having radioactive activities, from medical facilities to nuclear power stations. Radiation-Shielding Concrete (RSC) emerges as the preferred material for its cost-effectiveness, robust mechanical performance, ease of production, and excellent radiation attenuation properties against ionizing radiations such as gamma rays, X-rays, and neutrons. This comprehensive review delves into the evolution of SCI indexed research on concrete materials for radiation protection, focusing primarily on studies published in the last decade. It meticulously analyze the latest literature to understand how RSC materials enhance radiation attenuation. The review provides valuable insights into the influence of irradiation on both macro- and micro-properties, enriching the knowledge base for material efficiency and effectiveness concerning different types of radiation and shielding requirements. Additionally, this review with a set of recommendations for future research to advance progress in modern construction, encouraging further examination and innovation in the selection of RSC materials.
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spelling upm-1175182025-05-29T00:56:59Z http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/117518/ Radiation-shielding concrete: A review of materials, performance, and the impact of radiation on concrete properties Onaizi, Ali M. Amran, Mugahed Tang, Waiching Betoush, Nour Alhassan, Mohammad Rashid, Raizal S.M. Yasin, Mohammad Fares Bayagoob, K.H. Onaizi, Sagheer A. The efficiency of radiation shielding is crucial across industries having radioactive activities, from medical facilities to nuclear power stations. Radiation-Shielding Concrete (RSC) emerges as the preferred material for its cost-effectiveness, robust mechanical performance, ease of production, and excellent radiation attenuation properties against ionizing radiations such as gamma rays, X-rays, and neutrons. This comprehensive review delves into the evolution of SCI indexed research on concrete materials for radiation protection, focusing primarily on studies published in the last decade. It meticulously analyze the latest literature to understand how RSC materials enhance radiation attenuation. The review provides valuable insights into the influence of irradiation on both macro- and micro-properties, enriching the knowledge base for material efficiency and effectiveness concerning different types of radiation and shielding requirements. Additionally, this review with a set of recommendations for future research to advance progress in modern construction, encouraging further examination and innovation in the selection of RSC materials. Elsevier 2024 Article PeerReviewed text en http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/117518/1/117518.pdf Onaizi, Ali M. and Amran, Mugahed and Tang, Waiching and Betoush, Nour and Alhassan, Mohammad and Rashid, Raizal S.M. and Yasin, Mohammad Fares and Bayagoob, K.H. and Onaizi, Sagheer A. (2024) Radiation-shielding concrete: A review of materials, performance, and the impact of radiation on concrete properties. Journal of Building Engineering, 97. art. no. 110800. pp. 1-27. ISSN 2352-7102 https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S2352710224023684 10.1016/j.jobe.2024.110800
spellingShingle Onaizi, Ali M.
Amran, Mugahed
Tang, Waiching
Betoush, Nour
Alhassan, Mohammad
Rashid, Raizal S.M.
Yasin, Mohammad Fares
Bayagoob, K.H.
Onaizi, Sagheer A.
Radiation-shielding concrete: A review of materials, performance, and the impact of radiation on concrete properties
title Radiation-shielding concrete: A review of materials, performance, and the impact of radiation on concrete properties
title_full Radiation-shielding concrete: A review of materials, performance, and the impact of radiation on concrete properties
title_fullStr Radiation-shielding concrete: A review of materials, performance, and the impact of radiation on concrete properties
title_full_unstemmed Radiation-shielding concrete: A review of materials, performance, and the impact of radiation on concrete properties
title_short Radiation-shielding concrete: A review of materials, performance, and the impact of radiation on concrete properties
title_sort radiation-shielding concrete: a review of materials, performance, and the impact of radiation on concrete properties
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