Rebar corrosion is one of the most important phenomena affecting durability of reinforced
concrete structures. Corrosion inhibitors are considered an effective preventative technique …

The intensive development of construction in recent years and the increasing demands on
the durability and service life of buildings have increasingly caused construction scientists to …

This study explores the effects of different types of nanoparticles, namely nano-SiO 2 (NS),
nano-TiO 2 (NT), and nano-Fe 2 O 3 (NF) on the fresh properties, mechanical properties …

This study explores the feasibility of utilizing a superabsorbent polymer (SAP) to improve the
self-healing performance of microbial-induced calcium carbonate precipitation (MICP) in …

Chloride ingress and resulting steel corrosion are the main reasons leading to durability
degradation. A body of literature on chloride transport and steel corrosion in recycled …

As concrete is one of the most used construction materials, lowering its environmental
impacts is crucial for a more sustainable built environment. The incorporation of …

The process of manufacturing the Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) is linked with potentially
adverse consequences on the environment, as it consumes considerable quantities of …

Concrete that contains self-healing supplementary materials is a feature of many
sustainable structures because it decreases maintenance costs and extends service life …

This study investigates the possibility of using BIFs as sustainable fine aggregates to
produce lightweight foam concrete (LWFC) by replacing sand with 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 …

The effects of granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) and nano-silica (NS) on the chloride-
binding capacity of cement paste after 6-month exposure to seawater chloride-rich solutions …