Investigating chemical and cracking processes in cement paste exposed to a low external sulfate attack with emphasis on the contribution of gypsum

J Pouya, M Neji, L De Windt, F Péralès, A Socié… - … and Building Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
Durability of concrete exposed to an external sulfate attack is a great concern for the long-
term reliability of nuclear waste containment. This paper presents experimental results …

[HTML][HTML] Chemo-mechanical characterization of a low-pH model cement paste in magnesium bearing environment

C Dewitte, L Lacarriere, M Neji, A Bertron… - Cement and Concrete …, 2024 - Elsevier
In contact with natural waters, concrete can be exposed to the action of magnesium. Mg-
attack on the cement paste leads to dissolution of cementitious phases and formation of …

[HTML][HTML] Microstructure, water permeability and micromechanical properties of alkali activated slag subjected to accelerated leaching

TN Nguyen, QT Phung, D Jacques, M Neji… - Materials & Design, 2024 - Elsevier
This study investigated the leaching resistance of alkali activated slag mortars (AAS) under
immersion in a 6 M NH 4 NO 3 solution for a duration of up to 28 days, taking into …

Experimental Study on the Physical and Mechanical Properties of Cemented Gangue Backfill under Acid Mine Water Erosion

D Liu, H Pu, H Ni, G Zhang - Applied Sciences, 2023 - mdpi.com
Ensuring the structural safety of cemented gangue backfill (CGB) is crucial for safe mining
operations. However, the complex mine water environment makes it susceptible to erosion …

Etude du comportement chemo-mécanique des pâtes de ciment soumises à des réactions sulfatiques externes modérées avec et sans pré-fissuration

J Pouya - 2023 - pastel.hal.science
La dégradation des matériaux cimentaires par les sulfates demeure un enjeu majeur,
notamment dans le cadre du stockage profond des déchets radioactifs. Cette thèse se …

A coupled hydro-chemo-mechanical approach to model the degradation and appearance of cracks in cementitious materials subject to carbonation

N Seigneur, A Socié, B Bary, S Poyet, G Touzé - 2023 - researchsquare.com
Abstract Coupled Thermal-Hydraulic-Mechanical-Chemical (THMC) approaches are crucial
for assessing the durability of cementitious materials. We present a novel approach to …