Luis Emilio Rendon Diaz Miron, D. A. Koleva ... 162 pages - Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (May, 2017) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 3319554611 - ISBN-13: 978-3319554617 ...
This book describes the newest developments in the creation of
concrete using smart additives and supplementary cementitious materials
as well as methods, technology and novel admixtures to monitor, evaluate
and control steel corrosion in reinforced concrete. Industry
experts and research specialists explain the structural, physical, and
chemical properties of various types of concrete and its applications.
They detail the characteristics preferred for manufacturing specific
types of concrete. The book chapters also focus on the electrochemical
state of the steel reinforcement in view of steel corrosion and
corrosion control. The book encompasses main aspects as follows: Characterizes supplementary cementitious materials used for making concrete; Details
the properties of concrete and the components, essential for concrete
manufacturing including Portland cement, calcium sulfate, fly ash, and
cupola slag; Explains the necessary treatments for the preparation of concrete during the manufacturing process. Describes
the major durability-related challenge for reinforced concrete
structures i.e. chloride-induced steel corrosion, in view of sensors and
sensor technology for early corrosion detection. Defines stray-current induced corrosion and the consequences for both steel and concrete bulk matrix. Illustrates
the potential of hybrid nano-materials to affect both steel and
concrete, targeting corrosion control and superior performance of
reinforced concrete structures. Targets dissemination of
fundamentally substantiated mechanisms and verification of innovative
applications, in view of bringing confidence for industrial utilization
of novel solutions or practices in civil engineering.