Abstract: The influence of chemical nature of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) on the microstructure of cement hydration products was investigated. Thermal analysis, X-ray diffraction, Si29 nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and scanning ...

Abstract: Electromagnetic waves (EMWs) absorption cement composites were widely demanded in urban construction in the near future with increasingly serious electromagnetic pollution in rapid development and application of electronic ...

Abstract: The hydration reaction mechanism of geopolymers is intimately linked to their composition and structure. Additionally, pore structure characteristics play a vital role in the properties of hardened geopolymer pastes, ...

Abstract: The twenty-first century is known as the “century of the ocean.” Artificial reefs have been extensively studied and used worldwide as the main infrastructure of marine pastures. At present, research has been primarily ...

Abstract: Although the concept of geopolymers was proposed over 40 years ago, there still remains a lack of clarity regarding their atomic-level structure and formation. In this study, the Dmol3 quantum chemistry calculation ...

Abstract: In coastal areas, concrete of subway infrastructure can be jeopardized by coupled degradation conditions of stray current and sulfate solution. This paper focuses on the effect of stray current on the durability of ...

Abstract: Municipal solid waste incineration (MSWI) fly ash containing heavy metals is hazardous solid waste that requires safe disposal. Alkali-activated treatment can effectively improve the environmental safety of MSWI fly ash. ...