Bond characterization in cementitious material binders using Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy

MO Yusuf - Applied Sciences, 2023‏ - mdpi.com
Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy is a fast and simple technique for functional
group identification. This work provides a review and insight into the application and …

[HTML][HTML] A comprehensive review of CSH empirical and computational models, their applications, and practical aspects

E Duque-Redondo, PA Bonnaud, H Manzano - Cement and Concrete …, 2022‏ - Elsevier
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 …

Multi-scale investigation on composition-structure of C-(A)-SH with different Al/Si ratios under attack of decalcification action

M **, Y Ma, W Li, J Huang, Y Yan, H Zeng, C Lu… - Cement and Concrete …, 2023‏ - Elsevier
This paper examines the deteriorating behavior of C-(A)-SH samples with three Al/Si ratios
from atomic to mesopore scales under the decalcification action. The composition, chemical …

Accelerated carbonation of recycled concrete aggregate in semi-wet environments: A promising technique for CO2 utilization

Y Gao, Y Jiang, Y Tao, P Shen, CS Poon - Cement and Concrete Research, 2024‏ - Elsevier
The practical implementation of accelerated carbonation for recycled waste concrete is
impeded by sluggish carbonation efficiency. In contrast to previous carbonation …

Toward the formation mechanism of synthetic calcium silicate hydrate (CSH)-pH and kinetic considerations

X Shen, P Feng, Q Zhang, J Lu, X Liu, Y Ma… - Cement and Concrete …, 2023‏ - Elsevier
The formation of CSH in cementitious materials is critical to their gain in strength. As one of
the key parameters, pH is reported to affect the nucleation and growth of CSH; however, the …

Cemdata18: A chemical thermodynamic database for hydrated Portland cements and alkali-activated materials

B Lothenbach, DA Kulik, T Matschei, M Balonis… - Cement and Concrete …, 2019‏ - Elsevier
Thermodynamic modelling can reliably predict hydrated cement phase assemblages and
chemical compositions, including their interactions with prevailing service environments …

Effect of Ca/Si and Al/Si on micromechanical properties of C (-A)-SH

J Wang, Z Hu, Y Chen, J Huang, Y Ma, W Zhu… - Cement and Concrete …, 2022‏ - Elsevier
Calcium silicate aluminate hydrate (C (-A)-SH) is the main hydration product used in cement-
based materials. It plays a specific role in both the mechanical properties and volumetric …

Mechanisms underlying the strength enhancement of UHPC modified with nano-SiO2 and nano-CaCO3

Z Wu, KH Khayat, C Shi, BF Tutikian, Q Chen - Cement and Concrete …, 2021‏ - Elsevier
The unique physical and chemical properties of nano-particles can enhance the nature of
cement-based materials at the micro-scale and nano-scale levels, leading to improved …

Modification of carbonation-cured cement mortar using biochar and its environmental evaluation

T Chen, L Zhao, X Gao, L Li, L Qin - Cement and Concrete Composites, 2022‏ - Elsevier
Despite being considered as a potential carbon capture method, carbonation curing of
cement-based materials are still accompanied by serious concerns now. Strength loss and …

[HTML][HTML] Solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy of cements

B Walkley, JL Provis - Materials Today Advances, 2019‏ - Elsevier
Cement is the ubiquitous material upon which modern civilisation is built, providing long-
term strength, impermeability and durability for housing and infrastructure. The fundamental …