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Burak Uzal
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burak.uzal@agu.edu.tr
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02.03. İnşaat Mühendisliği
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| Construction and Building Materials | 5 |
| European Journal of Environmental and Civil Engineering | 2 |
| Journal of Building Engineering | 2 |
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Article Citation - WoS: 31Citation - Scopus: 34Green Building Envelope Designs in Different Climate and Seismic Zones: Multi-Objective ANN-Based Genetic Algorithm(Elsevier, 2022) Himmetoglu, Salih; Delice, Yilmaz; Aydogan, Emel Kizilkaya; Uzal, BurakIn recent years, the major component of green building designs adopted by governments in order to reduce CO2 emissions as well as energy consumption is the green building envelope. The green envelope has the most important share in terms of thermal energy consumption, environment, and indoor comfort criteria. Determining the most suitable building envelope combination in the building life cycle is an important problem for designers. This study presents a new multi-objective approach that determines the most suitable green envelope designs for the buildings in different climate and earthquake zones, taking into account CO2 emissions, heating/cooling energy consumption, and material cost in terms of life cycle cost analysis. To this end, EnergyPlus building performance simulation program, artificial neural network (ANN), and genetic algorithm are used together. After the heating and cooling energy consumption, CO2 emissions, and material cost values are obtained for a certain number of the envelope alternatives with the EnergyPlus, ANN models that learn the working mechanism of EnergyPlus are trained according to these values. An ANN-based genetic algorithm procedure is developed to search the whole envelope alternative space by using the trained ANN models with EnergyPlus. The proposed approach allows searching in a very short time the whole alternative space, which is almost impossible to scan with EnergyPlus by reducing the time spent and the number of alternatives required for the design and simulation processes of the green building envelope. The proposed approach is performed for a design-stage city hospital structure in Turkey. Window type, the internal/external plaster, wall, and insulation materials along with the thicknesses of these materials, which consist of 46 different variables, are determined as envelope attributes for four different climate and seismic zones. The green building envelope designs obtained with the proposed approach are entered into EnergyPlus and the consistency of the results is compared. ANN models with an average accuracy of over 97% are developed. Without the CO2 emission cost in the life cycle cost, the mean absolute percent error (MAPE) values for each region are 0.67%, 0.6%, 0.58%, and 1.78%, respectively. With the CO2 emission cost in life cycle cost, the MAPE values for each region are 0.96%, 0.88%, 0.86%, and 0.43%, respectively. According to the obtained results, there is a consistency of over 99% between EnergyPlus and the proposed approach.Book Part Citation - Scopus: 1Energy Simulation Optimization for Building Insulation Materials(Springer International Publishing, 2023) Himmetoğlu, Salih; Delice, Yılmaz; Kızılkaya Aydoğan, Emel Kizilkaya; Uzal, BurakRecently increased energy consumption and carbon emissions caused by energy consumption have mobilized governments. Energy-efficient building designs have become one of the most fundamental strategies preferred by governments. The heating and cooling demands have an important share in energy consumption in buildings. Therefore, thermal insulation systems have become the basic building elements to design energy-efficient buildings. Determining suitable thermal insulation strategies for energy-efficient structures built in different climates is an important decision problem for designers. This study aims to select insulation material and insulation thickness for energy-efficient building design. The stone wool, extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation materials, and their alternative thicknesses are considered for Turkey’s two different climate zones. The Energy Plus and Design Builder energy simulation programs are used to analyze all alternatives. A decision support system is generated by considering both the material cost and the heating and cooling energies to be consumed during the building life cycle. The most suitable insulation material for the first zone is stone wool, and its thickness is 10 cm. The most suitable insulation material for the second zone is stone wool, and its thickness is 10 cm. The total saving is 11% for the building in the first zone. The total saving is 9% for the building in the second zone. The generated designs have been quite stimulating for decision-makers. © 2024 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.Article Citation - WoS: 11Citation - Scopus: 13Role of Inclusion Size Distribution of Titanium Dioxide on the Nitrogen Oxides Reduction Capability and Microstructural Characteristics of Cementitious Systems(Elsevier Sci Ltd, 2022) Bahsi, Emrah; Sahin, Oguzhan; Ilcan, Huseyin; Uzal, Burak; Gunal, Muhammed Faruk; Yildirim, Gurkan; Sahmaran, MustafaThis paper explores the effect of the inclusion size of titanium dioxide (TiO2) particles on a variety of performance properties of cementitious systems via experimental studies. In addition to comprehensive microstructural analysis including pore size distribution and scanning electron microscopy with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDX) analyses, particular consideration was given to the effect of particle size distribution (PSD) of TiO2 particles on mechanical and photocatalytic properties and hydration kinetics of cementitious systems. Nano-sized, submicron-sized and micron-sized anatase-phase TiO2 powders were utilized as photocatalysts at a dosage of 5% by total weight of powder material. In addition to the single use of TiO2 particles with three different size ranges (nano, submicron and micron), they were also used in combination by adjusting their PSDs with three different PSD moduli (q): 0.1, 0.5, and 0.9. Test results show that techniques for achieving optimal microstructural characteristics of cementitious systems also help design and improve their performance in favor of multifunctionality. As a result of PSD optimization of TiO2 particles with three different size ranges, which was significantly influential on the microstructure of the cementitious systems, superior photocatalytic degradation results were obtained from mixtures containing lower amounts of nano-sized TiO2 particles. Cementitious composites with denser microstructure showed lower performance in terms of being able to maintain photocatalytic degradation capability for a prolonged period, whereas the opposite was the case for compressive strength.Article Citation - WoS: 28Citation - Scopus: 31A New Parameter Influencing the Reaction Kinetics and Properties of Fly Ash Based Geopolymers: A Pre-Rest Period Before Heat Curing(Elsevier, 2021) Durak, Ugur; Ilkentapar, Serhan; Karahan, Okan; Uzal, Burak; Atis, Cengiz DuranIn this study, the influence of a pre-rest period before heat curing (as a new parameter), on the physical properties, flexural and compressive strength, and microstructure of geopolymer mortars and pastes produced with alkali activation of fly ash were investigated. In this context, geopolymer mortar and paste samples were prepared and pre-rested under laboratory conditions for 0, 1, 2, 3, 7, 14, and 28 days before heat curing. After the pre-rest period, the samples were subjected to heat curing at 75 degrees C in an oven, for 2 days. Mortar and paste samples exposed to a pre-rest period while in the fresh state before heat curing were compared with control samples without pre-resting. Water absorption, porosity, specific gravity, capillarity, flexural strength, compressive strength, and abrasion resistance tests were conducted on the geopolymer mortar samples. A reaction kinetics study using an isothermal calorimeter, XRD, and SEM analyses were performed on the geopolymer paste samples for microstructural investigations. Based on the results obtained, it was observed that the mechanical strength of the samples subjected to the pre-rest period before heat curing increased considerably compared to the reference (without pre-resting) samples. In addition, because of pre-resting, the capillarity coefficient, water permeability, and porosity of the samples decreased compared to the reference samples, and it was concluded that pre-resting improves durability-related properties. Moreover, the reaction kinetics and SEM analysis results, supporting the above findings, showed that a pre-resting period increases the geopolymeric reaction products and causes a denser microstructure.Article Citation - WoS: 7Citation - Scopus: 7Very High Early Strength Calcium Aluminate Based Binary and Ternary Cementitious Systems: Properties, Hydration and Microstructure(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2023) Saydan, Murat; Keskin, Ulku Sultan; Uzal, BurakCalcium aluminate cement (CAC) is a cement type that has superior properties such as rapid strength gain, high resistance to high temperatures and harmful chemicals. However, the result of the using of CACs in the production of structural elements occur strength decreases at later ages as a result of a series of chemical reactions called 'conversion reactions' seen in these cements. In this study, the hydration kinetics and the crystalline and amorphous structures formed as a result of hydration were investigated in CAC containing different amounts and types of main oxides-based binary and ternary systems. Considering the results obtained, the main hydration product seen in these specimens was ettringite. Unlike many studies in the literature, metastable structures which cause conversion reactions, such as CAH(10), C(2)AH(8), have not been observed. Instead of conversion of the phases, ettringite needles were became thin and elongate which causes the paste structure porous and thus causing expansion and strength reduction at the later stages of hydration in some mixtures produce high amounts of ettringite. On the other hand, it is understood that the formation of stratlingite was limited strength decreases in systems where high silica fume is used.Doctoral Thesis Bileşenlerin Özel Uyumluluğuna Sahip Düşük Karbonlu Yüksek Performanslı Katkılı Portland Çimentoları(2025) Argın, Gizem; Uzal, BurakBu tez çalışması, PÇ–ilave bağlayıcı malzemeler–SP bileşenlerinin çok boyutlu etkileşimlerini bütüncül biçimde inceleyerek düşük karbon salınımlı ve yüksek performanslı katkılı çimentoların geliştirilmesini amaçlamaktadır. İzotermal kalorimetri, termal analiz ve basınç dayanımı verilerinden oluşan kapsamlı bir veri seti oluşturulmuş; farklı PÇ türleri, ikame oranları, ilave bağlayıcı malzeme inceliği, su/bağlayıcı oranı, SP tipi ve dozajı sistematik olarak değiştirilmiştir. Bu veriler regresyon tabanlı makine öğrenmesi modelleriyle analiz edilerek yüksek doğrulukta tahminler elde edilmiştir. Erken yaş basınç dayanımı gibi fiziksel parametre ağırlıklı çıktılarda doğrusal modeller başarılı olurken, hidratasyon kinetiği, CH içeriği ve geç yaş basınç dayanımı gibi karmaşık ve yüksek varyanslı çıktılarda doğrusal olmayan modellerin (özellikle Gauss süreç regresyonu ve yapay sinir ağları) çok daha yüksek doğruluk (R2 ≈ 0.90–0.97) ve düşük hata ile çalıştığı görülmüştür. Farklı kriterlerin normalize edilip ağırlıklandırılmasıyla geliştirilen Çok Kriterli Uyumluluk İndeksi, 1602 karışımdan oluşan sentetik veri setine uygulanmıştır. Sonuçlar, yüksek uyumluluk gösteren sistemlerin düşük PÇ–yüksek ilave bağlayıcı oranına, düşük w/b oranına ve yüksek SP dozajına sahip olduğunu; ayrıca düşük–orta CaO ve yüksek SiO2+Al2O3 içeren ilave bağlayıcı malzemelerin uyumluluğu artırdığını göstermiştir. Sonuç olarak, makine öğrenmesi yöntemleri süperakışkanlaştırılmış katkılı çimentolardaki çok değişkenli etkileşimleri yüksek doğrulukla modellemiş; geliştirilen uyumluluk indeksi ise düşük karbonlu, yüksek performansa sahip karışımların ön tasarımında kullanılabilecek yenilikçi ve esnek bir araç olarak öne çıkmıştır. Bu yaklaşım, çevresel, ekonomik ve toplumsal açıdan sürdürülebilir bir çimento endüstrisine katkı sağlamaktadır.Book Part Citation - WoS: 3Citation - Scopus: 3Properties of Concrete With High-Volume Pozzolans(Woodhead Publ Ltd, 2013) Uzal, B.This chapter focuses on the materials and properties of high-volume natural pozzolan (HVNP) concrete. The characteristics of natural pozzolans used in high-volume pozzolan mixtures are discussed, together with the fresh and hardened properties of HVNP cementitious systems, their hydration characteristics and their microstructures.Article Citation - WoS: 73Citation - Scopus: 78Influence of NaNo SiO2 and NaNo CaCo3 Particles on Strength, Workability, and Microstructural Properties of Fly Ash-Based Geopolymer(Ernst & Sohn, 2020) Durak, Ugur; Karahan, Okan; Uzal, Burak; Ilkentapar, Serhan; Atis, Cengiz DuranThe influence of nano SiO2(NS) and CaCO3(NC) particles on the properties of class F fly ash based geopolymer mortar activated with different sodium ion concentrations have been investigated. Mortar mixture proportions were 1:3:0.3 for binder, sand, and water, respectively. Nano SiO2 and CaCO3 particles were replaced with a binder by weight basis at the ratios of 1, 2, and 3% in the mixtures. Sodium concentrations amount used were 8, 10, and 12% Na+ of binder content. Geopolymer mortar samples were cured at 60, 75, and 90 degrees C in a furnace for 24, 48, and 72 hr. After the heat curing process, flexural, and compressive strength tests were performed. The changes in the microstructure of geopolymer due to influence of nanoparticles were examined by utilizing isothermal calorimetric studies on geopolymer paste, and field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM). Based on laboratory work results, it was concluded that for all sodium ion concentrations, the addition of nano SiO2 and CaCO3 particles improved the flexural and compressive strengths after 24 hr heat curing. However, the favorable effects of nanoparticles on strength properties tend to disappear after 48 and 72 hr heat curing. The results of isothermal calorimetric studies showed that nano SiO2 and CaCO3 particles accelerated the geopolymeric reactions at an early age. FESEM results showed that additions of nanoparticles made the microstructure of geopolymer products more intense and compact.Article Citation - WoS: 47Citation - Scopus: 49Characteristics of Calcined Natural Zeolites for Use in High-Performance Pozzolan Blended Cements(Elsevier Sci Ltd, 2014) Kucukyildirim, E.; Uzal, B.Two natural zeolites with different characteristics were calcined at various temperatures in order to improve the benefits provided by their use in blended cements as cement replacement material. Natural zeolites were firstly characterized for their crystallinity by X-ray diffraction analysis, specific surface area by nitrogen absorption, and pozzolanic activity by electrical conductivity method, before and after the calcination. In order to assess the performance of calcined natural zeolite as cement replacement material, blended Portland cement pastes and mortars with raw and calcined zeolites were tested for their water requirement, free lime content, pore size distribution and compressive strength. The experimental results indicated that calcined zeolites are more desirable with lower water requirement and higher strength performance as cement replacement material than the raw zeolites. Blended cement with calcined natural zeolite showed higher compressive strength performance, when compared to that with the raw zeolite due to decreased porosity and refined pore structure of the hardened cementitious system. (C) 2014 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.Article Citation - WoS: 7Citation - Scopus: 7Effect of Nano-SiO2 on Strength and Hydration Characteristics of Ternary Cementitious Systems(Springer Heidelberg, 2023) Yorulmaz, Hediye; Uzal, Burak; Karahan, Okan; Durak, Ugur; Ilkentapar, Serhan; Atis, Cengiz DuranThis paper shows results of laboratory study on the effects of nano-SiO2 on Portland cement-fly ash systems. It is aimed to improve performance of fly ash-cement systems, particularly at early age, with the inclusion of nano-SiO2. In order to observe the effects of nano-SiO2 particles on the strength and hydration kinetics of fly ash blended cementitious systems, binary and ternary systems were prepared by adding 0.25-1.5% nano-SiO2 by weight of blended cements. Workability, setting time, water absorption capacity, fire resistance, compressive strength and isothermal calorimeter tests were conducted on the cementitious systems. The results indicate that increasing quantity of fly ash increased workability, setting time, water absorption capacity of cementitious systems, whereas the increasing quantity of nano-SiO2 reduced these values. Significant increment in compressive strength were observed, especially at early ages of fly ash-cement systems with nano-SiO2 addition, compared to fly ash added systems, which may compensate for the decrease in compressive strength caused by fly ash. Nano-SiO2 addition accelerated hydration reactions at early age. By partially eliminating the negative effects of fly ash with nano-SiO2, high rates of fly ash can be used in cementitious systems, thus forming more sustainable systems.
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