The Science and Technology of Cement and other Hydraulic Binders

The Science and Technology of Cement and other Hydraulic Binders

Author: Vipin Kant Singh

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2023-02-21

Total Pages: 922

ISBN-13: 0323950817

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The Science and Technology of Cement and other Hydraulic Binders covers the design of Portland Cement composition using the ideas and formulae of earlier scientists, including the calculation of proportions of different cement phases formed during processing. Other chapters cover cement manufacture by dry, semi-dry or wet processes using rotary and shaft kilns. Particular attention is given to the physical changes that occur in the raw mix when affected by chemical processes. The chemistry of clinker formation which is concerned chiefly with high temperature reactions in the solid-state phase or reactions in the presence of the liquid phase is also discussed. Users will find the latest information on the storage of cement, its packing and handling, hydration and setting, Gypsum, different mineral additions, and advances in special and newer cements, including blended cements, Portland slag cement, Pozzolanic cements, high alumina cements, high-strength cement-based materials, fiber-reinforced cement, non-Portland cements and lime. - Covers raw materials, cement design and manufacturing, fuels used in manufacturing, phase balances, clinker training, hydration and setting - Includes various types of cement, mineral additions, high strength cement and different cement-based materials - Presents information on activated alkaline materials, recycled cements and novel additions - Discusses future trends in cement manufacturing and the circular economy - Contains a high number of figures, tables and reference data


Science and Technology of Concrete Admixtures

Science and Technology of Concrete Admixtures

Author: Pierre-Claude Aïtcin

Publisher: Woodhead Publishing

Published: 2015-11-12

Total Pages: 668

ISBN-13: 0081006969

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Science and Technology of Concrete Admixtures presents admixtures from both a theoretical and practical point-of-view. The authors emphasize key concepts that can be used to better understand the working mechanisms of these products by presenting a concise overview on the fundamental behavior of Portland cement and hydraulic binders as well as their chemical admixtures, also discussing recent effects in concrete in terms of rheology, mechanics, durability, and sustainability, but never forgetting the fundamental role played by the water/binder ratio and proper curing in concrete technology. Part One presents basic knowledge on Portland cement and concrete, while Part Two deals with the chemical and physical background needed to better understand what admixtures are chemically, and through which mechanism they modify the properties of the fresh and hardened concrete. Subsequent sections present discussions on admixtures technology and two particular types of concrete, self-consolidating and ultra-high strength concretes, with final remarks on their future. - Combines the knowledge of two leading authors to present both the scientific and technology of admixtures - Explains what admixtures are from a chemical point-of-view and illustrates by which mechanisms they modify the properties of fresh and hardened concrete - Presents a fundamental, practical, and innovative reference book on the topic - Contains three detailed appendices that can be used to learn how to use admixtures more efficiently


Binders for Durable and Sustainable Concrete

Binders for Durable and Sustainable Concrete

Author: Pierre-Claude Aïtcin

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2007-08-07

Total Pages: 529

ISBN-13: 0203940482

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Linking theory to practice, this book provides a better fundamental understanding of Portland cement and hydraulic binders which is necessary to make better concrete. It has been clearly demonstrated that concrete durability is closely linked to its water/binder ratio and proper curing during the first week after casting. In this rigorously presented work, Pierre-Claude Aïtcin explains the complexity of the hydration reaction and how to make, use and cure durable and sustainable concrete. This book also details the problems with Portland cement composition at present and outlines the concept of an ideal hydraulic binder which is technically and ecologically efficient, as well as being long-lasting and robust. Binders for Durable and Sustainable Concrete is a practical and innovative reference text which will be particularly relevant to engineers and chemists working in the Portland cement, concrete and admixture industries. This book will also be of interest to academics and graduate-level students in Civil Engineering departments who specialize in Portland cement and concrete technology.


Binders, Materials and Technologies in Modern Construction II

Binders, Materials and Technologies in Modern Construction II

Author: Karel Dvo?ák

Publisher: Trans Tech Publications Ltd

Published: 2016-08-11

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13: 3035702314

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Brno University of Technoly, Faculty of civil engineering, Department of building materials and Centre AdMaS organized already the 14th International Conference Silicate Binders 2015 that was held with international participation under the abreviation ICBM 2015. The scientifical and practical knowledges of civil engineering industrial binders and materials were presented on this conference. The most important topics on the conference were chemistry and technology of cement and other hydraulic and silicate binders, chemistry and technology of lime production and gypsum based binders. Special attention was paid to the use and behaviour of these mentioned binders in the various kind of building materials, like Concrete, inorganic insulations and in solidified sludges.


Springer Handbook of Wood Science and Technology

Springer Handbook of Wood Science and Technology

Author: Peter Niemz

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2023-04-01

Total Pages: 2064

ISBN-13: 3030813150

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This handbook provides an overview on wood science and technology of unparalleled comprehensiveness and international validity. It describes the fundamental wood biology, chemistry and physics, as well as structure-property relations of wood and wood-based materials. The different aspects and steps of wood processing are presented in detail from both a fundamental technological perspective and their realisation in industrial contexts. The discussed industrial processes extend beyond sawmilling and the manufacturing of adhesively bonded wood products to the processing of the various wood-based materials, including pulp and paper, natural fibre materials and aspects of bio-refinery. Core concepts of wood applications, quality and life cycle assessment of this important natural resource are presented. The book concludes with a useful compilation of fundamental material parameters and data as well as a glossary of terms in accordance with the most important industry standards. Written and edited by a truly international team of experts from academia, research institutes and industry, thoroughly reviewed by external colleagues, this handbook is well-attuned to educational demands, as well as providing a summary of state-of-the-art research trends and industrial requirements. It is an invaluable resource for all professionals in research and development, and engineers in practise in the field of wood science and technology.


Advances in Cement Technology

Advances in Cement Technology

Author: S.N. Ghosh

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 836

ISBN-13: 9788188305049

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This volume is the outcome of a critical review of the most important and useful aspects of science and technology of cement. The contents present a combination of cement chemistry including mathematical modelling, manufacture showing geology of limestone and other raw materials, concrete and other blends, instrumental analysis showing thermoanalytical techniques, and x-rays. This publication should be of specific interest to students and researchers, material scientists, cement chemists and technical personnel, and engineers in cement and concrete industry and laboratories.


Cement Production Technology

Cement Production Technology

Author: Anjan Kumar Chatterjee

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2018-04-27

Total Pages: 484

ISBN-13: 1351335731

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The book is an outcome of the author’s active professional involvement in research, manufacture and consultancy in the field of cement chemistry and process engineering. This multidisciplinary title on cement production technology covers the entire process spectrum of cement production, starting from extraction and winning of natural raw materials to the finished products including the environmental impacts and research trends. The book has an overtone of practice supported by the back-up principles.


Materials for Construction and Civil Engineering

Materials for Construction and Civil Engineering

Author: M. Clara Gonçalves

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2015-03-03

Total Pages: 938

ISBN-13: 3319082361

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This expansive volume presents the essential topics related to construction materials composition and their practical application in structures and civil installations. The book's diverse slate of expert authors assemble invaluable case examples and performance data on the most important groups of materials used in construction, highlighting aspects such as nomenclature, the properties, the manufacturing processes, the selection criteria, the products/applications, the life cycle and recyclability, and the normalization. Civil Engineering Materials: Science, Processing, and Design is ideal for practicing architects; civil, construction, and structural engineers, and serves as a comprehensive reference for students of these disciplines. This book also: · Provides a substantial and detailed overview of traditional materials used in structures and civil infrastructure · Discusses properties of natural and synthetic materials in construction and materials' manufacturing processes · Addresses topics important to professionals working with structural materials, such as corrosion, nanomaterials, materials life cycle, not often covered outside of journal literature · Diverse author team presents expect perspective from civil engineering, construction, and architecture · Features a detailed glossary of terms and over 400 illustrations