In order to further explore the transport mechanism of sulfate in concrete under the alternate
dry-wet environment, it is imperative to establish a multi-scale analysis method combining …

The temperature dependency of the adsorption isotherm renders its significance as one of
the primary input parameters in models dealing with moisture transport. The present study …

Porcelain stoneware tile is a high-performance product with better mechanical and chemical
properties than other classes of ceramic tiles. One of its main characteristics is its low …

Quantum‐mechanical calculations based on the density functional theory (DFT) enable an
effective characterization of a variety of properties of materials at the atomistic level …

Fly ash and slag have received widespread attention as mineral admixtures for their
capacity to improve concrete properties and effectively reduce pollution. In this study, a …

We show how classical density functional theory can greatly benefit from algorithmic
advances in machine learning, especially neural networks. By exploiting GPU-accelerated …

The water vapor sorption is a potent characterizing technique for the hygro-properties and
nano-structures of cement-based materials. However, limited attention has been paid to the …

The effects of irradiation on concrete is a topic of concern in nuclear applications, where for
some specific members the material may be exposed at long-term to significant levels of …

The moisture content within the concrete pore network significantly influences the
mechanical, thermal, and durability characteristics of concrete structures. This paper …

The cement industry is facing demanding challenges to reduce carbon emissions. The use
of limestone calcined clay cement (LC3) has been identified as one of the sustainable ways …