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Interface crack initiation of self-healing cementitious materials
Scientists have recently conducted a numerical investigation on interface crack initiation and propagation behaviour of self-healing cementitious materials.
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Sika acquires Chinese manufacturer of silicone sealants and adhesives
Sika has agreed to acquire Crevo-Hengxin, a Chinese manufacturer of silicone sealants and adhesives used in both industry and construction applications.
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New sources for supplementary cementitious materials
In a current paper, researchers present new sources for supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs).
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Nitrogen oxides uptake in cementitious materials
A recently published study brings new understanding of the interaction of nitrogen oxides (NOx) with cement-based materials, necessary for optimising these materials for NOx sequestration.
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Strength enhancement of recycled aggregate pervious concrete
In a new study, a silane polymer emulsion treatment method was used to promote the strength of pervious concrete while maintaining its permeability.
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Towards a circular economy
The European Commission adopted an ambitious Circular Economy Package in 2015 to boost global competitiveness, create jobs and generate sustainable growth. The adhesive and sealant industry continues to...
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Curling behavior of natural hydraulic lime-cement mortars
A recently published paper aims to identify the parameters influencing the curling phenomenon, and to understand the influence of cement substitution by increasing proportions of Natural Hydraulic Lime...
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Critical chloride content in reinforced concrete
An updated review considering Chinese experience deals with critical chloride content in reinforced concrete.
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Tensile strength of concrete exposed to sulfate attack
Researchers recently presented a promising new approach to test the sulfate resistance of concrete.
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Influence of non-adsorbing polymers on drying of fresh mortars
In a recently published paper, scientists compare the drying of non-reactive materials (glass beads packing) with the one of fresh mortars.
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Water dynamics of Portland cement paste with nano-additives
Researchers have recently shown that the concentration of nano-silica (NS) governs the early-age hydration process in Portland cements.