Performance and microstructural development of MgO–SiO2 binders under different curing conditions

Sonat, C., Dung, N.T. and Unluer, C. (2017) Performance and microstructural development of MgO–SiO2 binders under different curing conditions. Construction and Building Materials, 154, pp. 945-955. (doi: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2017.08.020)

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Abstract

This study investigated the strength and microstructural development of reactive MgO–SiO2 binder systems under different curing conditions. Rapid strength development associated with accelerated dissolution and hydration involving magnesium silicate hydrate (M-S-H) formation was observed at early ages under elevated temperatures (60 °C). Although samples cured under ambient temperatures demonstrated a slow rate of M-S-H formation at early ages, their hydration proceeded over time. Samples cured under sealed conditions achieved 28-day strengths >50 MPa because of higher M-S-H contents, higher polymerization and denser microstructures. The content, structure and stability of M-S-H under different conditions determined the overall strength development of MgO–SiO2 binders.

Item Type:Articles
Additional Information:The authors would like to acknowledge the financial support from the Singapore MOE Academic Research Fund Tier 1 (RG 113/14) for the completion of this research project.
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Unluer, Dr Cise
Authors: Sonat, C., Dung, N.T., and Unluer, C.
College/School:College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering > Infrastructure and Environment
Journal Name:Construction and Building Materials
Publisher:Elsevier
ISSN:0950-0618
ISSN (Online):1879-0526
Published Online:10 August 2017

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