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Volume stabilization of high MgO cement: Effect of curing conditions and fly ash addition

Journal Article · · Cement and Concrete Research
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  1. National Council for Cement and Building Materials, New Delhi (India)
Hydration of high MgO cement paste under autoclave condition causes the rapid formation and crystallization of magnesium hydroxide and leads to the creation of larger pore sizes. This results in the loss of mechanical strength and higher expansion values. Under ambient water curing, precipitation and distribution of gelatinous calcium silicate hydrates into the finer network causes a homogeneous morphology and the development of smaller pores. The resultant higher mechanical strength associated with partial hydration of MgO yields reduced expansion. High MgO cement paste containing fly ash also showed considerable pore refinement and improved hydrate morphology favoring volume stability under both autoclave and ambient water curing.
OSTI ID:
323696
Journal Information:
Cement and Concrete Research, Journal Name: Cement and Concrete Research Journal Issue: 11 Vol. 28; ISSN 0008-8846; ISSN CCNRAI
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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