Two-dimension graphene-based nanomaterials (GBNs), such as multi-layers graphene
(GNPs) and graphene oxide (GOs) have been extensively applied to enhance the …

Nowadays, nanomaterials synthesis and its utilization in development in composite
materials has become one of the trending research areas and have various practical …

Flue gas residues (FGR), a waste from incineration plant was utilized as an alternative
alkaline activator to energy intensive and costly commercial activators. Fly ash (FA) and slag …

This paper aims to compare the properties of interfacial transition zones (ITZs) in Portland
cement (PC) concrete and geopolymer concrete. Portland cement and geopolymer pastes …

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

Recycling of industrial wastes into value-added functional materials is a sustainable route
for industrial waste management. This study proposed a revolutionary design of low-carbon …

The interfacial characteristics of geopolymer binder to aggregate composites are poorly
understood, especially at molecular level. Herein, molecular models are developed to study …

This paper presents a systematic study on the evolution of phase composition,
microstructure and micromechanical properties of magnesium phosphate cement (MPC) …

The acid resistance of cementitious materials is an important property when exposed to
aggressive acidic environments. In this study, the waste glass powder (GP) and slag as …

The incorporation of conventional supplementary cementitious materials (eg fly ash) in
concrete generally induces a longer setting time and inferior early-age strength. This study …