Two-dimension graphene-based nanomaterials (GBNs), such as multi-layers graphene
(GNPs) and graphene oxide (GOs) have been extensively applied to enhance the …

X-ray computed tomography (CT) is a non-destructive technique that offers a 3D insight into
the microstructure of thick (opaque) samples with virtually no preliminary sample …

Graphene oxide (GO) has been given a great interest for the use as nano-reinforcement in
cement composites due to its exceptional mechanical properties and active functional …

Chloride binding capacity is one of the important factors affecting chloride induced rebar
corrosion in reinforced concrete structures. Moreover, the stability of Friedel's salt will also …

Concrete, the widely used cement-based material, has major drawbacks including poor
resistance to crack formation, and low tensile strength. Constant efforts are being made to …

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 degradation of material induced by sulfate attack is major durability problem facing
cementitious materials. In this paper, to illustrate the nanoscale chemical degradation …

This study investigates the effects of nanofillers on the interfacial transition zone (ITZ)
between aggregate and cement paste by using nanoindentation and statistical …

Anti-water-penetration techniques are important to raise the durability of cement-based
materials (CBMs). Here the water penetration resistances of cement mortars with ethylene …

This paper aims to investigate the effects of graphene oxide (GO) on the microstructure and
micromechanical properties of ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) matrix and …