Advancements in 3D printing of cementitious materials: A review of mineral additives, properties, and systematic developments

O Zaid, MH El Ouni - Construction and Building Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
Abstract 3D printing technology revolutionizes construction by creating custom building
components with increased efficiency and reduced waste. This paper reviews …

Formwork engineering for sustainable concrete construction

J Nilimaa, Y Gamil, V Zhaka - CivilEng, 2023 - mdpi.com
This study provides a comprehensive review of the engineering challenges of formwork in
concrete construction. The paper investigates different formwork systems, their design based …

Building the future: Smart concrete as a key element in next-generation construction

Q Tian, J Zhou, J Hou, Z Zhou, Z Liang, M Sun… - … and Building Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
The construction industry seeks innovative solutions like smart concrete. Traditional
concrete faces durability issues, environmental impact, and high rehabilitation costs. To …

Reviewing the Potential of Phase Change Materials in Concrete Pavements for Anti-Freezing Capabilities and Urban Heat Island Mitigation

I Asadi, S Jacobsen, MH Baghban, M Maghfouri… - Buildings, 2023 - mdpi.com
This study provides an overview of how phase change materials (PCMs) can improve the
resistance of concrete pavement to freeze–thaw cycles and mitigate the urban heat island …

Freeze–Thaw Damage Characteristics of Concrete Based on Compressive Mechanical Properties and Acoustic Parameters

D Lv, H Liu, F He, W Wang, Q Miao, H Li, F Wang… - Materials, 2024 - mdpi.com
Concrete is a versatile material widely used in modern construction. However, concrete is
also subject to freeze–thaw damage, which can significantly reduce its mechanical …

The effect of temperature on the structural build-up of cement pastes

Y El Bitouri - CivilEng, 2023 - mdpi.com
The structural build-up of cementitious materials is the subject of more and more attention
since it conditions several processes such as formwork pressure and multi-layer casting …

[HTML][HTML] Form pressure exerted by concrete for a large-scale structure: Its quantification and physicochemical interpretation

TY Shin, S Han, JH Lee, JH Kim - Case Studies in Construction Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
Securing safety in formwork is one of the most important tasks to be carried out in the initial
stage of construction. The form pressure exerted by fresh concrete needs to be identified …

Potential for Recycling Metakaolin/Slag-Based Geopolymer Concrete of Various Strength Levels in Freeze–Thaw Conditions

M Liu, H Liu, M Hua, C Chen, X Wang, X Guo, T Ma - Materials, 2024 - mdpi.com
Geopolymer concrete (GPC) represents an innovative green and low-carbon construction
material, offering a viable alternative to ordinary Portland cement concrete (OPC) in building …

Study on the Freeze-Thaw Resistance of Concrete Pavements in Seasonally Frozen Regions

R Zhao, C Shi, R Zhang, W Wang, H Zhu, J Luo - Materials, 2024 - mdpi.com
In seasonally frozen regions, concrete pavement is exposed to cycles of freeze-thaw and
erosion from de-icing salt, which can lead to unfavorable service conditions and vulnerability …

Effect of Thermal Cycles and Curing Age on Bonding Strength of Cement Mortar Using Manufactured Sand

H Cui, H Peng, W Yang, H Yang, C Zhang, D Zheng - Buildings, 2024 - mdpi.com
The bonding of cement mortar to the concrete substrate is crucial in buildings. In this study,
cement mortar was prepared using manufactured sand (MS) instead of river sand (RS). The …