A Bibliometric Review of the Literature on Soil Stabilization Using Nanomaterials

Document Type : Research Article

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1 Department of Civil Engineering, Gonbadekavous University, Gonbadekavous, Iran.

2 Department of Civil Engineering, Tafresh University, Tafresh, Iran.

3 Department of Civil Engineering, Arak Branch, Islamic Azad University, Arak, Iran.

Abstract

The stabilization of soil is a critical aspect of geotechnical engineering, addressing challenges such as soil strength, durability, and load-bearing capacity. The incorporation of nanomaterials into soil stabilization processes has emerged as a revolutionary approach that leverages the unique properties of nanotechnology to enhance soil performance in a sustainable and efficient manner. This study investigates the bibliometric network landscape of soil stabilization using nanomaterials (SSN), offering a comprehensive review of publication trends, key contributors, and influential works. By analyzing 431 publications retrieved from the Scopus database, the study identified articles (74.7%) as the predominant document type, followed by conference papers (18.6%) and review articles (4.4%), emphasizing the centrality of journal-based research. This analysis reveals exponential growth in research output, with publications surging from 1 in 1999–2001 to 176 in 2020–2022, reflecting the field’s dynamic evolution and increasing global interest. Among the most cited works, Behnood, A.’s 2018 publication in transportation geotechnics had 270 citations, followed by Bahmani, S.H. (2014) with 234 citations, underscoring the impact of these foundational studies. Leading journals include Construction and Building Materials, which ranks first with 32 publications. Wang, W. (China) emerges as the most productive author with 13 publications, followed closely by Gallagher, P.M. (United States) with 12 publications, showcasing the contributions of global researchers, particularly from China, India, and the United States. Current interests and future research can be better understood using this systematic mapping, which visually depicts the evolution of publications over time. The results provide a clear roadmap for further investigation. The diverse range of research contributions underscores the field’s dynamic evolution. However, although the study highlights the global interest in SSN and its potential, a more in-depth critique of the methodological gaps, challenges related to scalability, and practical applications would enhance the conclusions.

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AUT Journal of Civil Engineering
Volume 9, Issue 1
2025
Pages 19-32

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