Air lime mortars were used in construction since immemorial times until at least the
beginning of the 20th century. This material may tell the history of construction, in large parts …

To solve the problem of high viscosity for fresh concrete especially high-grade concrete, a
novel viscosity-reducing type of polycarboxylate superplasticizer (PCE) was synthesized …

Rheology has been widely used to describe the flow properties of fresh cement-based
suspensions. Nevertheless, the effect of early hydration product formation on rheology, and …

To explain the incompatibility of some superplasticisers with class F fly ash, the effectiveness
and mechanisms of superplasticisers based on lignosulfonate (LS), polynaphthalene (PNS) …

This study evaluates the effect of ten organic additives belonging to the classes of
carbohydrates and sulfonates on the microstructure of portlandite crystals during CaO …

Historical buildings are an important piece of our cultural heritage. It is important that the
materials used in the preservation, repair and reinforcement applications of these structures …

Organic compounds, often used in cement systems as admixtures, may affect the
crystallisation and carbonation kinetics of Ca (OH) 2, an important phase of hydrated …

The work explores the use of admixtures as a way to improve the freeze-thaw resistance of
lime mortars. To that end, different types of admixtures (water-reducers, viscosity-modifiers …

Lignosulfonates are waste products of the pulp and paper industry. The effects of various
metal-cation-containing lignosulfonate-based plasticizers on the properties of concrete …

The use of sustainable additives such as sucrose for improving the properties of lime-based
materials can contribute to a wider use of such low-carbon binders with applications in both …