Influence of nano alumina reinforced superabsorbent polymer on mechanical, durability, microstructural and rheological properties of cementitious materials

VS Sujitha, B Ramesh, JR Xavier - Journal of Building Engineering, 2023 - Elsevier
Superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) are widely used in concrete for their promising effect in
internal curing and crack sealing. Nano materials are efficient in improving the permeability …

Investigation of Bi-functionalized Clay-Superabsorbent Polymer Nanocomposite for Improved Mechanical and Durability Properties of Cementitious Materials

VS Sujitha, B Ramesh, JR Xavier - Arabian Journal for Science and …, 2024 - Springer
The impacts of incorporating silane-functionalized halloysite nanoclay (SNC) in sodium
polyacrylamide (PA) superabsorbent polymer (SAP) and its reinforcement potential in …

Effects of nanomaterials on mechanical properties in cementitious construction materials for high-strength concrete applications: a review

S VS, JR Xavier - Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
Nanomaterials have garnered significant attention in recent years for their potential to
enhance the mechanical properties of cementitious construction materials, particularly in …

Effects of incorporation of nanotitania in magnesium phosphate cement for the protection of carbon steel in harsh environments

VS Sujitha, B Ramesh, JR Xavier - Archives of Civil and Mechanical …, 2024 - Springer
Corrosion is a major challenge to ensuring the durability and structural integrity of steel
structures, particularly under harsh environmental conditions. In this work, we explored the …

Optimization of alkali-resistant superabsorbent polymer dosage for enhancing the properties of high-performance cementitious materials based on portland cement

C Zhang, Y Li, T Li, J Jiang, R Liang, G Sun - Journal of Building …, 2025 - Elsevier
Understanding the influence of alkali-resistant superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) on the
performance of cementitious materials based on Portland Cement (PC) is crucial for …

Experimental and theoretical investigation of the influence of graphene oxide/nanozirconia on the mechanical and durability properties of geopolymer concrete

M Nanthini, R Ganesan, JR Xavier - Polymer Bulletin, 2024 - Springer
This study investigates the enhancement of geopolymer concrete (GPC) through the
synergistic incorporation of graphene oxide (GO) and nanozirconia (NZ), aiming to improve …

Investigation of functionalized graphene oxide incorporated superabsorbent polymers for enhanced durability, hydration, microstructure and mechanical strength of …

S VS, JR Xavier - Composite Interfaces, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
This study focuses on enhancing cementitious materials by incorporating silanized
graphene oxide (SGO) and superabsorbent polymers (SAPs), aiming to improve their …