The negative impacts of cement-based material (CBM) production are way bigger than ever
expected. To illustrate the scale of this phenomenon, all the forests in the world, regardless …

Engineered cementitious composite (ECC) featuring extraordinary tensile ductility is a
promising option for many structural applications but its large-scale manufacture is not eco …

The increasing concern for safety and sustainability of structures is calling for the
development of smart self‐healing materials and preventive repair methods. The …

This is the first book on Engineered Cementitious Composites (ECC), an advanced concrete
material attracting world-wide attention in both the academic community and in industry. The …

Self-healing is recognized as a promising technique for increasing the durability of concrete
structures by healing cracks, thereby reducing the need for maintenance activities over the …

Artificial geopolymer aggregate is an emerging technology in the field of solid waste
recycling, aiming to ease the exploitation of natural aggregates as well as reduce the …

Abstract Strain-Hardening Cementitious Composite (SHCC) is a type of advanced
construction material that can enhance the resiliency and durability of structures. However …

Cement-asphalt pavements are widely used in transport infrastructure. Multifunctional
pavement is a novel concept that can improve the functionalities, durability, and …

Strain hardening geopolymer composite (SHGC) processing superior tensile ductility and
multiple cracking is a promising alternative to traditional ductile cementitious composites …

With the development of the sustainable cement industry, the self-healing properties of
concrete have received widespread attention. In many studies, both microorganisms and …