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Second edition. |
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1 online resource |
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computer c rdamedia |
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online resource cr rdacarrier |
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Woodhead Publishing series in civil and structural engineering |
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Woodhead Publishing series in civil and structural engineering.
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| Note |
Online resource; title from PDF title page (EBSCO, viewed November 29, 2018). |
| Contents |
Front Cover; Nanotechnology in Eco-efficient Construction; Nanotechnology in Eco-efficient Construction: Materials, Processes and Applications; Copyright; Contents; List of contributors; 1 -- Introduction to nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction; 1.1 Recent nanotechnology advancements and limitations; 1.2 Nanotech-based materials for eco-efficient construction; 1.3 Outline of the Book; References; One -- Mortars and concrete related applications; 2 -- Influence of nanoparticles on the strength of ultra-high performance concrete; 2.1 Introduction |
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2.2 Types of nanomaterials in cement-based composites2.3 Role of nanoparticles in ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC); 2.4 UHPC curing regimes; 2.4.1 Curing in water; 2.4.2 Steam-curing regime; 2.4.3 Autoclaving; 2.5 Strength of UHPC; 2.5.1 Compressive strength; 2.5.2 Flexural strength; 2.5.3 Tensile splitting strength; 2.6 Production problems and recommendations for practical application; Acknowledgments; References; 3 -- The effect of nanoparticles on the self-healing capacity of high performance concrete; 3.1 Introduction |
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3.2 Self-healing systems based on nanoparticles used in cementitious materials3.2.1 Nonencapsulated self-healing systems; 3.2.2 Encapsulated self-healing systems; 3.3 Influence of self-healing systems in the characteristics of HPC; 3.3.1 Modifications in the microstructural properties; 3.3.2 Modifications in the physico-mechanical performance; 3.3.3 Modifications in the self-healing capacity; 3.4 Durability of self-healing HPC under aggressive environments; 3.5 Future trends; References; 4 -- The impact of graphene oxide on cementitious composites; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Graphene materials |
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4.3 Graphene oxide4.3.1 GO synthesis; 4.3.2 Structure of GO; 4.3.3 Hygroscopic nature of GO; 4.4 Effects of GO incorporation into cementitious composites; 4.4.1 Effects on mechanical properties; 4.4.2 The influence of GO on durability; 4.5 Some structural applications of GO/cement composites in repairing of reinforced concrete; 4.6 Summary of the chapter; Acknowledgment; References; 5 -- Application of nanomaterials in alkali-activated materials; 5.1 Introduction; 5.2 Nanotechnology in alkali-activated materials; 5.3 Effects of nanosilica on alkali-activated materials |
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5.4 Effect of nanoclay on alkali-activated materials5.5 Effect of nano-TiO2 on alkali-activated materials; 5.6 Effects of carbon nanotube on alkali-activated materials; 5.7 Conclusions and recommendations; References; 6 -- Effects of nanofibers on properties of geopolymer composites; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Design of experiments approach; 6.2.1 Main effects; 6.2.2 Interaction effects; 6.3 Experimental; 6.3.1 Materials of the investigation; 6.3.2 Sample preparation technique; 6.3.2.1 Mixing of nanomaterials; 6.3.2.2 Processing and curing of nanoreinforced sample; 6.3.3 Factorial design |
| Summary |
Covering the latest technologies, Nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction provides an authoritative guide to the role of nanotechnology in the development of eco-efficient construction materials and sustainable construction. The book contains a special focus on applications concerning concrete and cement, as nanotechnology is driving significant development in concrete technologies. The new edition has 14 new chapters, including 3 new parts: Mortars and concrete related applications; Applications for pavements and other structural materials; and Toxicity, safety handling and environmental impacts. Civil engineers requiring an understanding of eco-efficient construction materials, as well as researchers and architects within any field of nanotechnology, eco-efficient materials or the construction industry will find this updated reference to be highly valuable. |
| Subject |
Nanotechnology.
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Nanotechnology -- Environmental aspects.
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Nanotechnology -- Industrial applications.
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Construction industry.
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Construction industry -- Environmental aspects.
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Construction -- Industrie.
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Nanotechnologie.
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Nanotechnologie -- Aspect de l'environnement.
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Nanotechnologie -- Applications industrielles.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Engineering (General)
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Reference.
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Construction industry
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Construction industry -- Environmental aspects
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Nanotechnology
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Nanotechnology -- Industrial applications
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(FrPBN)12304410 Nanotechnologie (FrPBN)11975935 -- Applications industrielles.
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(FrPBN)11931778 Construction -- Industrie (FrPBN)11959574 -- Aspect environnemental.
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| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
Torgal, Fernando Pacheco, editor.
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Diamanti, Maria Vittoria.
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Nazari, Ali.
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Goran-Granqvist, Claes.
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Pruna, Alina.
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Amirkhanian, Serji.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: 9780081026410 |
| ISBN |
9780081026427 (electronic bk.) |
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0081026420 (electronic bk.) |
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9780081026410 (electronic bk.) |
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0081026412 (electronic bk.) |
| Standard No. |
AU@ 000064764236 |
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UKMGB 019086985 |
