C–S–H gel densification: The impact of the nanoscale on self-desiccation and sorption isotherms
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2018.04.014
Abstract: The relationship between humidity and water content in a hydrating cement paste is largely controlled by the nanostructure of the C-S-H gel. Current hydration models do not describe this nanostructure, thus sorption isotherms and self-desiccation… read more here.
Keywords: sorption isotherms; self desiccation; gel densification;
Utilization of miscanthus combustion ash as internal curing agent in cement-based materials: Effect on autogenous shrinkage
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2019.02.167
Abstract: Abstract The present study aims to evaluate the characterization of combustion ash of miscanthus and its possible application for self-desiccation and autogenous shrinkage mitigation in cement-based materials. Comprehensive tests were performed on the sealed samples… read more here.
Keywords: shrinkage; combustion ash; self desiccation; autogenous shrinkage ... See more keywords