Ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) is a novel concrete class characterized by a
compressive strength of more than 150 MPa. One of the most significant drawbacks of …

The development of materials science always benefits from advanced characterizations.
Currently, imaging techniques are of great technological importance in both fundamental …

The permeability of cement pastes depends on their pore structures. In this paper, various
indirect and direct methods were used to comprehensively reveal the microstructures; then …

The interfacial transition zone (ITZ), existing between the cement matrix and aggregates, is
commonly viewed as a weak link for its highly porous microstructure. Enormous research …

Measuring carbonation is increasingly important, especially for developing novel low-CO 2
cements and carbon-capture technologies. This study shows for the first time, the feasibility …

Polypropylene (PP) fibers are commonly used for the prevention of thermal spalling of ultra-
high performance concrete (UHPC). In this work, the effect of fiber distribution on …

When cementitious materials are subjected to drying, the microstructure is significantly
altered by high capillary forces established in the fine pores. To avoid drying stresses when …

Application of micromechanical modelling of hydrated cement paste (HCP) gains more and
more interests in the field of cementitious materials. One of the most promising approaches …

This work reports a novel high performance green concrete fabricated by incorporating fly
ash, nanoparticles and corrosion inhibiting admixture into conventional M45 grade concrete …

Mechanical properties and durability of cement-based materials are largely affected by pore
structures. This paper provides an overview of several experimental techniques to …