The crucial effect of early-stage gelation on the mechanical properties of cement hydrates

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.

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Autores principales: Katerina Ioannidou, Matej Kanduč, Lunna Li, Daan Frenkel, Jure Dobnikar, Emanuela Del Gado
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Publicado: Nature Portfolio 2016
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Acceso en línea:https://doaj.org/article/6a91bd13bbed46c3b83c8d68b3864129
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Sumario: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.