New Geopolymeric Binders and Foams: Additive Manufacturing, Spectroscopic Analysis, and Sustainable Applications
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Construction and Building Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 January 2026 | Viewed by 35
Special Issue Editors
Interests: 3D printing; gas chromatography; foundry binders; influence of molding sand on printed models; pyrolysis; recycling of 3D prints; degradation of polymer materials; environmental benefits
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Dear Colleagues,
Geopolymeric materials are gaining increasing attention due to their low carbon footprint, excellent mechanical and thermal properties, and high chemical resistance. These inorganic binders and foams offer significant potential as sustainable alternatives to traditional cementitious and polymeric materials.
The aim of this Special Issue is to present recent advances in the formulation, processing, characterization, and application of geopolymeric binders and foams. It will explore not only fundamental research, but also innovations in industrial applications, recycling of industrial by-products, and design of lightweight and functional materials.
A special focus will also be given to the use of additive manufacturing technologies (3D printing), which open new possibilities for shaping and optimizing geopolymer-based components for construction, insulation, and design-driven applications. In addition, contributions utilizing advanced spectroscopic techniques (such as FTIR, NMR, or Raman spectroscopy) to investigate the chemical structure, reaction mechanisms, and aging behavior of geopolymers are highly encouraged.
Topics include but are not limited to microstructure–property relationships, thermal insulation, fire resistance, durability, 3D printing strategies, spectroscopic characterization, and environmental performance.
We welcome original research articles, reviews, and case studies that provide novel insights into the development and performance of geopolymeric systems.
Dr. Sylwia Żymankowska-Kumon
Dr. Dominika Święch
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- geopolymer
- inorganic binder
- geopolymeric foam
- additive manufacturing
- 3D printing
- spectroscopic analysis
- FTIR/Raman/NMR spectroscopy
- sustainable materials
- waste valorization
- thermal insulation
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