With the rapid development of alkali-activated concrete (AAC) as a promising sustainable
concrete, it is vital to thoroughly understand the microstructural characteristics and …

Superhydrophobic technology in construction can effectively improve the barrier ability of the
substrate to harmful water-based erosion media, among which the coating scheme is the …

This study delved into the utilization of waste glass powder (WGP) and ground granulated
blast-furnace slag (GGBFS) as a binder and waste glass cullet (WGC) fine aggregate in fly …

The dosage of converter steelmaking slag (CSS) is less than 20 wt% in the field of
cementitious materials. This work aims to increase the dosage of CSS in cementitious …

Ultra-fine fly ash (UFA) prepared using different techniques may exhibit various
characteristics, which will affect their performance as cementitious material. This experiment …

Cement hydration is crucial for the strength development of cement-based materials;
however, the mechanism that underlies this complex reaction remains poorly understood at …

Fly ash (FA) is the most used aluminosilicate precursor to synthesize geopolymer. However,
as a coal-combustion by-product, the inherent characteristics of FA can be significantly …

Geopolymers play a significant role in remediation of heavy metal contamination and are
attracting increasing interests. Sodium aluminosilicate hydrate (NASH) is the prime …

There is a lack of research on the molecular interactions between clay minerals and
geopolymers at the nanoscale, as well as the interfacial mechanism and mechanical …

Sodium-aluminate-silicate-hydrate (NASH) gel, as the primary reaction product stimulated
by alkali in silica-aluminum-rich minerals, influences the mechanical and durability …