[HTML][HTML] Utilization of fibers in ultra-high performance concrete: A review

J Gong, Y Ma, J Fu, J Hu, X Ouyang, Z Zhang… - Composites Part B …, 2022 - Elsevier
Fibers are essential in reinforcing the mechanical properties of ultra-high performance
concrete (UHPC), particularly the tensile and flexural strength. This paper conducts a …

Nanomaterials in ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC)–A review

DY Yoo, T Oh, N Banthia - Cement and Concrete Composites, 2022 - Elsevier
This paper presents a state-of-the-art review of the utilization of nanomaterials in ultra-high-
performance concrete (UHPC). First, various types of nanomaterials currently available for …

Recent development of innovative steel fibers for ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC): A critical review

DY Yoo, N Banthia, YS Yoon - Cement and Concrete Composites, 2024 - Elsevier
This paper presents a comprehensive review of recent advancements in innovative high-
strength steel fibers for ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC). Firstly, commercially …

[HTML][HTML] Impact of Nano-silica on the hydration, strength, durability, and microstructural properties of concrete: A state-of-the-art review

F Althoey, O Zaid, R Martínez-García, F Alsharari… - Case Studies in …, 2023 - Elsevier
Concrete significantly impacts the atmosphere as its primary raw material, Portland cement,
determines a considerable proportion of carbon dioxide in its production process. Improving …

[HTML][HTML] Ultra-high-performance fiber-reinforced concrete. Part III: Fresh and hardened properties

MH Akeed, S Qaidi, HU Ahmed, W Emad… - Case Studies in …, 2022 - Elsevier
Abstracts Ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) refers to cement-based materials
exhibiting a compressive strength higher than 150 MPa, high ductility, and excellent …

Mechanisms underlying the strength enhancement of UHPC modified with nano-SiO2 and nano-CaCO3

Z Wu, KH Khayat, C Shi, BF Tutikian, Q Chen - Cement and Concrete …, 2021 - Elsevier
The unique physical and chemical properties of nano-particles can enhance the nature of
cement-based materials at the micro-scale and nano-scale levels, leading to improved …

Investigation of the macro performance, mechanism, and durability of multiscale steel fiber reinforced low-carbon ecological UHPC

K Cui, K Liang, J Chang, D Lau - Construction and Building Materials, 2022 - Elsevier
China proposes a carbon peak by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060; reducing carbon
dioxide emissions and capturing and using carbon dioxide has become a research focus. As …

[HTML][HTML] Influence of nano-TiO2, nano-Fe2O3, nanoclay and nano-CaCO3 on the properties of cement/geopolymer concrete

JA Abdalla, BS Thomas, RA Hawileh, J Yang… - Cleaner Materials, 2022 - Elsevier
In past decades, researchers have tried to improve the durability of concrete by integrating
supplementary cementitious materials into concrete. Recent advancements in the field of …

Rheological properties of ultra-high-performance concrete—An overview

KH Khayat, W Meng, K Vallurupalli, L Teng - Cement and Concrete …, 2019 - Elsevier
Ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) is attracting increasing interests worldwide due to
its superior mechanical properties and durability. Securing proper rheological properties can …

Effect of carbon nanotube and graphite nanoplatelet on composition, structure, and nano-mechanical properties of CSH in UHPC

H Huang, L Teng, X Gao, KH Khayat, F Wang… - Cement and Concrete …, 2022 - Elsevier
This paper studied the influence of carbon nanotube (CNT) and graphite nanoplatelet (GNP)
used at 0 to 0.3%, by mass of binder, on composition, structure, and nano-mechanical …