Extensive research is being conducted on self-cleaning surfaces inspired by biological
phenomena, owing to their remarkable surface properties. Recently, the utilization of self …

Concrete is the most commonly used construction material in infrastructure worldwide.
However, due to its porous nature, it is highly susceptible to the surrounding environment …

The porous hydrophilic nature of cement-based material is susceptible to water and
corrosive media, severely reducing the durability. In this paper, methyl siloxane-based …

In outdoor environment, the exterior walls surface of buildings always suffers from damages
caused by ultraviolet radiations, temperature variation, abrasion and erosion phenomenon …

In this study, a superhydrophobic concrete system was created by modifying the concrete by
adding calcium stearate (CS), polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS), and hydroxypropyl …

The widespread utilization of hydrophobic concrete in applications is often hindered by the
significant decrease in mechanical properties observed when traditional modifiers are …

The water-blocking capability of concrete, a critical determinant of its frost resistance, has
often been undervalued in favor of its physical properties, such as pore structure. This study …

Concrete structures fail when external water and aggressive particles penetrate and cause
problems such as acidification and rusting of internal steel structures. Nowadays, surface …

Moisture interaction and extreme weather may complicate the service life and increase the
maintenance cost of various building materials. This paper investigates the performance of …

Cementitious materials, which are extensively utilized in contemporary construction projects,
exhibit a vulnerability to deterioration attributed to their inherently porous architecture. The …