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@article{175404,
        author = {Harshal P. Motghare and Ashvin B. Mohankar and Suraj R. Darwai and Anant N. Dabhade},
        title = {Performance of translucent AAC block by using detergent},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {11},
        pages = {2746-2750},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=175404},
        abstract = {Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) blocks are very popular in construction for their lightweight, thermal insulation, and eco-friendly features. Translucency can better make the AAC blocks an elegant and functional item that allows partial light transmission. This paper studies the workability of these translucent AAC blocks using detergent as the foaming agent. The detergent will be analyzed against mechanical strength, density, thermal insulation, and light transmission properties of the blocks. The experimental results indicated that foaming with detergent increases porosity to improve translucency, which affects compressive strength slightly. This research aims to strike a balance between structural integrity and translucence for optimum usability in modern architecture and sustainable building design.},
        keywords = {Cement, Compressive strength, Detergent, Fly ash, Foaming agent, Gypsum, Optical Fiber.},
        month = {April},
        }