Evolution and mechanism on shrinkage of high-performance concrete with full aeolian sand cured by superabsorbent polymer

L Zhu, M Zheng, W Zhang, W Chen, Z Ou - Construction and Building …, 2023 - Elsevier
Preparing high-performance concrete with full aeolian sand (FA-HPC) can address the
shortage of high-quality aggregates. Its low water-binder ratio (w/b) and high content of …

Application of micro-crystalline cellulose as additive in Portland cement-based and alkali activated slag-fly ash mortar: Comparison of compressive strength, hydration …

RSB Rathod, P Sahoo, S Gupta - Construction and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
The research aims to examine the effects of micro-crystalline cellulose (MCC) as additive in
Portland cement-based (OPC) and sodium hydroxide slag-fly ash blend (AAM) with the …

[HTML][HTML] Effects of mix composition on the mechanical, physical and durability properties of alkali-activated calcined clay/slag concrete cured under ambient condition

SDC Gomes, QD Nguyen, W Li, A Castel - Construction and Building …, 2024 - Elsevier
Abstract Alkali-activated concrete (AAC), a possible alternative to ordinary Portland cement
(OPC), provides increased environmental advantages, notably lower carbon emissions …

Understanding the role of superabsorbent polymers in engineered geopolymer composites

Y Zheng, W Guo, B Jiang, N Song, Y Su… - … and Building Materials, 2025 - Elsevier
Abstract Engineered Geopolymer Composites (EGC), made from industrial wastes (eg, slag,
fly ash, etc.) incorporated small amount fibers, is considered as a low-carbon and …

Development of sustainable alkali-activated slag/fly ash mortars: An effective and eco-friendly approach to shrinkage mitigation

Z Huang, M Guo, Y Zhou, S Xiang, L Sui - Construction and Building …, 2024 - Elsevier
The utilization of alkali-activated fly ash/ground blast furnace slag (AAFS) in construction
field presents both economic and environmental advantages. However, the widespread …

[HTML][HTML] Potential utilization of superabsorbent polymer to develop sustainable concrete in plateau regions

X Dong, H Wang, Y Miao, Y Gao, Y Li, J Lin… - Case Studies in …, 2023 - Elsevier
Facing with the sustainable development of civil infrastructures in plateau regions, this paper
begins with a brief description of the problems need to be overcome when concrete is under …

Properties, Microstructure Development and Life Cycle Assessment of Alkali-Activated Materials Containing Steel Slag under Different Alkali Equivalents

X Ji, X Wang, X Zhao, Z Wang, H Zhang, J Liu - Materials, 2023 - mdpi.com
To improve solid waste resource utilization and environmental sustainability, an alkali-
activated material (AAM) was prepared using steel slag (SS), fly ash, blast furnace slag and …

Optimization in cracking resistance and microscopic characteristics of high-performance concrete with full aeolian sand by a hybrid system of SAP, SRA, and steel …

L Zhu, M Zheng, S Wu, W Zhang, E Cheng… - Journal of Building …, 2024 - Elsevier
High-performance concrete with aeolian sand (FA-HPC) can surmount the shortage of river
sand to achieve environmental and energy conservation. However, the high risk of cracking …

Optimization of Alkali-Resistant Superabsorbent Polymer Dosage for Enhancing the Properties of High-Performance Cementitious Materials Based on Portland …

C ZHANG, LI Yasen, LI Tingzhong, J JIANG… - Journal of Building …, 2024 - Elsevier
Understanding the influence of alkali-resistant superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) on the
performance of cementitious materials based on Portland Cement (PC) is crucial for …

Synergetic effect of superabsorbent polymer and shrinkage reducing admixture on the properties of alkali-activated slag binders

W Al Makhadmeh, A Soliman - Journal of Building Engineering, 2023 - Elsevier
This research is to investigate the synergistic effects of superabsorbent polymer (SAP) and
shrinkage-reducing admixture (SRA) on autogenous shrinkage, hydration and …