The concrete industry has long been adding discrete fibers to cementitious materials to
compensate for their (relatively) low tensile strengths and control possible cracks. Extensive …

Calcium silicate hydrate (CSH) is a crucial component in cementitious materials which
greatly contributes to the strength and properties of cement-based concrete. However …

The cement/epoxy interface is a critical component in a repair system. Normally, the
adhesion properties of the epoxy coating are negatively affected by the presence of moisture …

When exposed to fire, the integrity of cement-based materials is governed by thermally-
induced changes in the mechanical properties of their binding phase, ie, the calcium …

Composites are commonly used in engineering applications. One example is the polymer-
cement composites, where the polymers are used to modify/reinforce the cement mortar and …

This paper investigates interfacial characteristics between graphene oxide (GO) and calcium
silicate hydrate (CSH) composite using molecular dynamics simulations. Effects of functional …

With the continuous research efforts, sophisticated predictive molecular dynamics (MD)
models for CSH have been developed, and the application of MD simulation has been …

The research on the strength, deformation and failure process of materials should be
implemented on the atomic scale to study the interaction between atoms. Molecular …

Geopolymers are hydrated aluminosilicates with excellent binding properties. Geopolymers
appeal to the construction sector as a more sustainable alternative to traditional cements …

The aluminate containing hydration products of Portland cement, mainly referring to
ettringite and AFm phases (AFm, Mc, Hc and Friedel's salt), are important for chloride …