The CSH gel is an elusive material. Its variable composition and disordered nature
complicate a complete characterization of its atomic structure, and the elaboration of models …

In the context of increasing applications of various nanomaterials in construction, this work
reviews the renewed knowledge of nanotechnology in cement-based materials, focusing on …

The large-scale implementation of renewable energy systems necessitates the development
of energy storage solutions to effectively manage imbalances between energy supply and …

Corrosion of steel bars by chloride ions is one of the main reasons for determining the
service life of marine concrete. In this work, the effects of calcium to silicon (C/S) ratio and …

This paper provides a comprehensive overview of existing experimental and modelling
approaches to determine effective diffusion coefficients of water saturated ordinary Portland …

Accurate prediction of chloride diffusivity in non-saturated cement paste is crucial for
durability design of concrete. This paper presents an integrated framework for modelling …

Chloride-induced rebar corrosion is a common degradation process for concrete
infrastructures, which is a practical concern in coastal areas. It is essential to study the …

Water and ions transport in the nano-meter channel of the porous calcium silicate hydrate
(CSH) gel was investigated by the experiments and molecular dynamics. The CSH gel was …

Knowing the chloride ingress rate is crucial in predicting the service life of reinforced
concrete in chlorine environment. While empirical diffusion model is available, fundamental …

Concrete's internal pore structure crucially influences the rate at which moisture and
chemicals, eg, chloride, move through concrete. This paper explores the coupling effect of …