Light Generating cement

light generating cement

1. THE LIGHT GENERATIG CEMENT 1

2. Introduction to Light-Generating Cement Light-emitting cement is a  green construction  material designed to light up highways, roads, and bicycle lanes without the need for electricity. This cutting-edge creation was developed by Dr. Jose Carlos Rubio from the Michoacan University of Saint Nicholas of Hidalgo in Mexico. His research focused on modifying the  microstructure of cement  to absorb solar energy and emit light in the darkness, which has led to a breakthrough in cement technology . 2

3. Principle Behind Light-Emitting Cement Cement is an opaque material that does not allow light to pass through its interior. When water is added to cement, crystal flakes are formed as a result of a hydration reaction, and these crystals block the absorption of solar energy . Dr. Rubio's main objective was to modify this microstructure of cement to eliminate the crystals, allowing incoming light to penetrate deep into the cement or concrete structure. The cement is also made phosphorescent so that solar energy is absorbed and released.   3

4. How Light-Emitting Cement Works? During the daytime, the light-emitting cement structure acts as a storage device, soaking in sunlight and exciting the electrons within the mass. At night, these electrons return to their original state, emitting light in the process. This cement can provide continuous light for up to 12 hours without using any electricity .  Dr. Rubio claims that light-emitting cement is a sun-resistant cement with a lifespan of 100 years. 4

5. How Cement Generates Light? Imagine a world where highways, roads, and bike lanes illuminate themselves without using any electricity. With the development of light-emitting cement, this dream is becoming a reality. This innovative cement technology  harnesses solar energy  during the day and radiates light at night, revolutionizing green construction and energy-efficient designs . 5

6. What are the components of light-emitting cement? Light-emitting cement material's raw components include silica, river sand, industrial waste, alkali, and water. This process, which comprises the polycondensation of raw materials and does not require a lot of energy, can be done at room temperature. 6

7. What is the advantage of light generating cement? The material is sustainable since it is formed by condensation of silicates usually found in clay, sand, or dust. The process is ecofriendly as the only gas released during manufacturing is water vapor. The cement is said to have a life span of 100 years and is being fabricated to emit green or blue light. 7

8. What is the Disadvantages of light generating cement? Cement is an opaque body that does not allow light to pass into its interior. Although it is manufactured like ordinary cement, the change in the microscopic structure needed to make it glow modifies the structural properties of the material. It may not have the same applications as the ordinary cement and is intended to be used on surfaces as a coating material. 8

9. C hallenges for its widespread adoption Despite the numerous advantages of light-emitting cement, some challenges still need to be addressed for its widespread adoption. Some of these challenges includes Cost,Regulation,Commercialization etc. 9

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