Cement and concrete are hard-to-abate industrial sectors for decarbonization due to
growing demand driven by rapid urbanization, population growth, and the considerable …

Ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) is a type of novel cement-based composites with
ultra-high strength, superior workability and durability. During the past three decades, it has …

The disposal of hazardous waste materials in landfills and open areas creates a severe
impact on the environment. Silica Fume (SF), a by-product from the ferrosilicon and silicon …

The interfacial characteristics between cement paste and silica are far from being fully
understood, especially from the nanoscale perspective. Herein, molecular models were …

Research on low-heat cement (LHC) was significant for the preparation of mass concrete.
However, the low early strength was one of the difficulties during the engineering …

The interfacial transition zone (ITZ) plays a significant role in the mechanical behavior of
concrete. For the purpose of improving the strength of concrete, the influences of four kinds …

High-strength concrete (HSC) using supplementary cementitious material of 30% fly ash
(FA) and various nano silica (NS) contents were investigated in this study. FA and NS are …

Due to the impact of economic and social development on the environment, there is an
increasing demand for manufactured sand to replace natural sand as fine aggregate for …

The construction industry currently utilizes nanomaterials to improve the mechanical
performance of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC). Eggshell powder has recently …

Considering the rapid development of the engineering industry, cement grouting materials
are critical in many projects. However, cement production is energy-intensive and relies on …