Supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) are key components of sustainable, low
carbon cements. To maximize their use in blended cements, the impact of SCMs on cement …

Presented within is a critical overview of the effect of sulfates on cement hydration,
properties, and optimum sulfate content in Portland cement. Calcium sulfate is used in …

This study presents the successful implementation of eco-friendly recycled powders (RPs) in
concrete based on extensive experimental data to promote the reuse of these RPs as …

The impact of CSH seeding on the hydration of slag blended cement was systematically
investigated, trying to understand and explore the potential of CSH seeding in blended …

Optimising the hydration of cementitious materials is crucial to leverage their full potential
and avoid wasting resources, embodied energy and CO 2. Understanding the fundamental …

Ternary cements are a promising option to further reduce CO 2 emissions and
environmental impact from cement production. The current study investigates in detail the …

The hydration kinetics, microstructure and pore solution composition of ternary slag-
limestone cement have been investigated. Commercial CEM I 52.5 R was blended with slag …

Progress in understanding the use of SCMs in blended Portland cement and related effects
is reviewed. An optimized use of cement components will avoid wasting unreacted particles …

In this work carbonated cement paste from demolished concrete recycling has been
investigated as an active SCM-like component of composite cement. Carbonation of …

Thermodynamic modelling is essential to understand the effect of binder composition on
hydrate assemblage in modern Portland composite cements and its effect on durability …