Scientometric analysis of scientific production for Masonry structures with Geopolymer mortar and Textile reinforcement

Abstract

A detailed Scientometric analysis was done on masonry structures with Geopolymer mortar and textile reinforcement. The main aim was to evaluate past research, identify common themes, detect trends, and find areas needing further study. Scopus database and Bibliometrix were used for data collection and statistical analysis. Results indicated a steady rise in publications from 2010 to 2023, with an annual growth rate of 11.91% and an average citation per document of 27.38, showing research impact. The study provides insights into the field, emphasizing emerging trends and potential research directions, with a focus on geopolymer mortar and textile reinforcement in advancing masonry structures. China contributed significantly to the research, underscoring global importance. Analysis of the journal “Composites Part B: Engineering Source” revealed key bibliometric indicators like an h-index of 54, a g-index of 92, and an m-index of 3.85, demonstrating scholarly influence. With 8938 citations from 116 articles, this journal is vital for disseminating research on masonry structures with geopolymer mortar and textile reinforcement, also highlighting areas for future exploration like “textile fibers,” “tensile strength,” and “fibers.”