The crucial effect of early-stage gelation on the mechanical properties of cement hydrates
oleh: Katerina Ioannidou, Matej Kanduč, Lunna Li, Daan Frenkel, Jure Dobnikar, Emanuela Del Gado
| Format: | Article |
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| Diterbitkan: | Nature Portfolio 2016-07-01 |
Deskripsi
The origins of the unique properties of cement are poorly understood. Using simulations the authors show that the early formation of a soft nano-particle gel, followed by slow densification, plays a crucial role in giving cement its unique mechanical properties.