Self-Compacting Earth Concrete (SCEC): A Bibliometric Analysis of Sustainable Approaches in Construction

Abstract:

The increasing demand for sustainable construction materials is driving significant research into Self-Compacting Earth Concrete (SCEC), an innovative solution that combines the ecological advantages of earth construction with the efficiency of concrete casting. This bibliometric analysis maps the current research landscape of SCEC, highlighting publication trends, key contributors, influential journals, and prevalent themes in the field. Utilizing data from prominent academic databases, the study reveals a steady growth in interest and output over the last two decades. Key challenges such as material deflocculation, setting time control, and earth type selection are addressed through optimization and rheological investigations, demonstrating SCEC's superior thermal performance and humidity regulation while reducing carbon emissions. This research underscores the importance of SCEC in promoting sustainable construction practices and identifies future research directions essential for advancing the field, serving as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.

• Periodical: Construction Technologies and Architecture (Volume 21)
• Pages: 33-46
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/p-8Yma8E
• Online since: January 2026
• Authors: Islam Gharbi*, Mouhcine Benaicha, Hicham Mouloudi
• Keywords: Bibliometric Analysis, Publication Patterns, Research Trends, Scientific Collaboration Networks, Self-Compacting Earth Concrete (SCEC), Sustainable Construction Materials

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