Graphene-based concrete: Synthesis strategies and reinforcement mechanisms in graphene-based cementitious composites (Part 1)

BA Salami, F Mukhtar, SA Ganiyu, S Adekunle… - … and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
In this first of a two-part review, this review discusses the potential of graphene to be utilized
as a reinforcing filler in cementitious composite to enhance their functional performance. The …

Effective strategies to realize high-performance graphene-reinforced cement composites

FB de Souza, X Yao, J Lin, Z Naseem, ZQ Tang… - … and Building Materials, 2022 - Elsevier
Owing to their remarkable properties, graphene-based nanosheets (GNS) can enable the
fabrication of high-performance and sustainable cement composites. Here we review recent …

[HTML][HTML] Self-healing polyelectrolyte complex coating for flame retardant flexible polyurethane foam with enhanced mechanical property

D Meng, X Liu, S Wang, J Sun, H Li, Z Wang… - Composites Part B …, 2021 - Elsevier
A self-healing coating containing polyethyleneimine (PEI)/ammonium polyphosphate (APP)
polyelectrolyte complex was successfully prepared, and then was deposited on flexible …

Preparation and characterization of capric-stearic acid/montmorillonite/graphene composite phase change material for thermal energy storage in buildings

W Jin, L Jiang, L Chen, Y Gu, M Guo, L Han… - … and Building Materials, 2021 - Elsevier
A novel composite phase change material (PCM) of capric-stearic acid/montmorillonite (CA-
SA/MMT) with thermal conductivity enhanced by graphene (GR) was prepared. It was …

[HTML][HTML] Graphene concrete: Recent advances in production methods, performance properties, environmental impact and economic viability

AH Alateah - Case Studies in Construction Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
Concrete, foundational in modern construction, grapples with environmental concerns and
performance limitations. Responding to this, this review unravels the potential of graphene …

Mechanism of nano-SiO2 internal generation for modification of cement-based materials

Z Xu, Y Ji, J Zhang, Z Zhang, Q Xue, F Gao - Journal of Building …, 2023 - Elsevier
In order to address the issue of agglomeration of nano-SiO 2 mineral powder and maximize
its nano-effect, a novel method is proposed to internally generate nano-SiO 2 for modifying …

Effect of polyvinyl alcohol on the performance of carbon fixation foam concrete

D Cao, Y Gu, L Jiang, W Jin, K Lyu, M Guo - Construction and Building …, 2023 - Elsevier
The introduction of carbon fixation components (calcium hydroxide) can improve the carbon
fixation performance of foam concrete, however, it will reduce its mechanical properties. In …

Strain-rate-dependent performance of cementitious nanocomposites: Nanosilica and the role of dispersion

N Tourani, K Sagoe-Crentsil, W Duan - Cement and Concrete Research, 2022 - Elsevier
This study focused on the strain-rate-dependent effects of powder nanosilica (PNS) and its
dispersion on the mechanical properties, fracture pattern and energy absorption of cement …

Investigation of dispersion behavior of GO in aqueous and effect of ultra-low dosage GO on structure and properties of cement-based composites

S Lv, L Wu, Z Li, R Gao, L Liu - Construction and Building Materials, 2022 - Elsevier
The main problem of graphene oxide (GO) used in cement-based composites is that it
cannot be evenly dispersed in the cement matrix, which not only leads to high dosage and …

[HTML][HTML] Enhancing concrete and mortar properties and durability using pristine graphene particles

K Chetty, M Watson, T Raine, T McGurgan, P Ladislaus… - Coatings, 2022 - mdpi.com
The usage of industrially generated graphene was explored in this work, with an emphasis
on dosage effects on durability, as well as the mechanical and microstructural properties of …