[HTML][HTML] Hydrophobic or superhydrophobic modification of cement-based materials: A systematic review

J Zhao, X Gao, S Chen, H Lin, Z Li, X Lin - Composites Part B: Engineering, 2022 - Elsevier
Superhydrophobic materials are investigated extensively because of their excellent surface
properties, such as self-cleaning, oil-water separation, corrosion resistance, anti-icing, and …

[HTML][HTML] Understanding the generation and evolution of hydrophobicity of silane modified fly ash/slag based geopolymers

Y She, Y Chen, L Li, L Xue, Q Yu - Cement and Concrete Composites, 2023 - Elsevier
Silanes are widely used to enhance the corrosion resistance of cement-based materials by
endowing the substrate with hydrophobicity. However, their applications in fly ash/slag …

A comparative study of strength and durability characteristics of concrete and mortar admixture by bacterial calcite precipitation: A review

JN Akhtar, RA Khan, RA Khan, MN Akhtar… - Materials Today …, 2023 - Elsevier
Frequently used concrete is the second most used material after water worldwide, but it is
vulnerable to cracks, leading to decreased durability and service life. Self-healing …

Effect of hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose on coarse tailings cemented backfill: Rheology, stability, strength and microstructure

Q Zhang, J Qiu, H Jiang, X Kong, Z Guo, J Xiang… - … and Building Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
The bleeding and segregation of coarse tailings cemented backfill (CTCB) seriously affect
the effect of roof-contacted filling, and may even lead to safety hazards in mining. The …

[HTML][HTML] Application of bacterial biomass in biocementation process to enhance the mechanical and durability properties of concrete

MP Smitha, D Suji, M Shanthi, A Adesina - Cleaner Materials, 2022 - Elsevier
This study presents the results from the microbiological induction of bacterial biomass (ie
biocementation) in concrete mixtures to enhance the mechanical and durability properties …

Prediction model of compressive strength of foamed concrete considering pore size distribution

P Bian, M Zhang, Q Yu, B Zhan, P Gao, B Guo… - … and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
To more accurately evaluate the relationship between pores and compressive strength of
foamed concrete, the effects of density, water-cement ratio, and foaming agent type on …

Anti-clogging performance of pervious concrete incorporating hydrophobic agent

Q Wu, S Xu, S Wu, X Cai, R Bu, X Sun - Construction and Building Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
The clogging of pervious concrete has always been a concern for many researchers.
Hydrophobic agents were added in the pervious concrete in this study to improve its anti …

Thermal-responsive soil-hydrogel composite for additive construction

H Zhuang, Z Guo, Y Lan, C Ruiz-Agudo, F Wang… - Journal of Building …, 2024 - Elsevier
To improve the formability and bonding strength of 3D printing soil, a temperature-
stimulating responsive intelligent soil-hydrogel 3D printing formula was innovatively …

Use of microorganisms in cementitious materials-a systematic review

G Mânica, RG Ducati, R Mascolo… - Construction and Building …, 2023 - Elsevier
The use of microorganisms that induce calcium carbonate or calcite precipitation has been
proposed as an alternative to solve cracking problems in cement-based materials and to …

Effect E. coli Bacteria Concentration as Self Healing on Compressive Strength and Hydrophobic Properties on Micro Cracks of Concrete

Y Octriany, R Ratnawulan - Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA, 2023 - jppipa.unram.ac.id
Buildings are facilities created by humans to support various human activities. Potential
damage to old buildings, such as the appearance of cracks in building concrete. Self …