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 …

Cement-based materials are widely utilized in infrastructure. The main product of hydrated
products of cement-based materials is calcium silicate hydrate (CSH) gels that are …

This paper investigates how the composition of Portland composite cements affects their
chloride-binding properties. Hydrated cement pastes prepared with a reference Portland …

Reinforced concrete (RC) structures have been severely threatened by chloride attacks
during long-term service, particularly under mechanical loading conditions. This study …

Chloride profiles are used to select concrete compositions for new reinforced concrete
structures, evaluate the condition of existing structures, and to predict their remaining service …

Calcium silicate hydrate (CSH) is a crucial component in cementitious materials which
greatly contributes to the strength and properties of cement-based concrete. However …

A reactive force field for the Fe/Cl system has been developed and the force field was
applied to analyze the corrosion process of iron (Fe) in solutions containing chloride ions …

In marine environments, traditional ordinary Portland cement (OPC) and reinforced concrete
structures are prone to corrosion, reducing their durability and service life dramatically …

A growing body of evidence has suggested an aggravated chloride diffusion in concrete
exposed to seawater than to pure NaCl solution of the same chloride concentration …

The interface properties largely determine the improvement effect of fibers on the cement-
based matrix. In this work, nano-silica particles are employed to treat PVA fibers using a sol …