Carbon Nanotubes and Carbon Nanofibers in Concrete—Advantages and Potential Risks
- 1st Edition - July 10, 2021
- Author: Andrzej Cwirzen
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 8 5 8 5 6 - 4
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 8 5 5 7 2 - 3
This book focuses on the application of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers in traditional concretes based on Portland cement. Fundamental information is given related to the pr… Read more
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Request a sales quoteThis book focuses on the application of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers in traditional concretes based on Portland cement. Fundamental information is given related to the production technologies of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers, as well as concretes and methods of incorporation. It also contains a section focusing on the possible negative effects of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers on animals and humans.
The book indicates benefits and possible problems related to the application of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers in concrete. It is designed to be easy to access and digest for the reader, aiming to reach an audience, not only from academia, but also from the construction industry, materials producers, and contractors who might work with nanomaterials.
- Outlines the major properties and synthesis methods for carbon nanomaterials in concrete engineering;
- Explains the role of carbon nanotubes and nanofibers in creating high-performance concrete;
- Assesses the major challenges of integrating carbon nanomaterials into concrete manufacture on an industrial scale.
Materials scientists and engineers.
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- About the author
- Preface
- Abbreviations
- 1. Introduction to concrete and nanomaterials in concrete applications
- Abstract
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 Concrete material and concrete technology
- 1.3 Concrete ingredients
- 1.4 Concrete mix design
- 1.5 Types of concrete
- 1.6 Concrete durability
- 1.7 Fibers in concrete
- 1.8 Nanomaterials for concrete applications – short introduction
- 1.9 Summary
- References
- 2. Noncarbon-based nanomaterials for concrete applications
- Abstract
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Nanosilica
- 2.3 Titanium dioxide nanoparticles
- 2.4 Nanoclay
- 2.5 Nanozinc oxide
- 2.6 Nanoalumina
- 2.7 Nanoferrite
- 2.8 Summary
- References
- 3. Carbon-based nanomaterials for concrete applications
- Abstract
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Carbon black, amorphous carbon
- 3.3 Graphite
- 3.4 Graphene and graphene oxide
- 3.5 Fullerenes
- 3.6 Diamond
- 3.7 Carbon nanobuds
- 3.8 Carbon nanotubes
- 3.9 Carbon nanofibers
- 3.10 Summary
- References
- 4. Synthesis of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers and their growth mechanisms
- Abstract
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Synthesis of carbon nanotubes
- 4.3 Synthesis of carbon nanofibers
- 4.4 Growth mechanisms
- 4.5 Summary
- References
- 5. Carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers in concrete manufacturing processes
- Abstract
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Production of concrete
- 5.3 Methods to incorporate carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers into concrete
- 5.4 Summary
- References
- Further reading
- 6. Effects of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers on concrete properties
- Abstract
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Hydration processes and microstructure
- 6.3 Workability
- 6.4 Shrinkage
- 6.5 Mechanical properties
- 6.6 Electrical properties
- 6.7 Durability
- 6.8 Summary
- References
- 7. Shielding capabilities of concretes containing carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers
- Abstract
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Shielding of concretes against electromagnetic radiation
- 7.3 Concrete shielding against ionization radiation
- 7.4 Summary
- References
- 8. Sensing capabilities of concretes containing carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers
- Abstract
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Load sensing
- 8.3 Damage detection
- 8.4 Temperature
- 8.5 Humidity
- 8.6 Chloride content
- 8.7 Summary
- References
- 9. Energy harvesting using concretes containing carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers
- Abstract
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Piezoelectric energy harvesting
- 9.3 Pyroelectric effect energy harvesting
- 9.4 Thermoelectric energy harvesting
- 9.5 Summary
- References
- 10. Effects of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers on properties of alkali-activated concretes
- Abstract
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Alkali-activated binders—in general
- 10.3 Effects of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers on fresh concrete properties
- 10.4 Effects of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers on solidification processes of alkali-activated binders
- 10.5 Effects of CNTs and CNFs on mechanical properties
- 10.6 Effects of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers on physical properties and durability
- 10.7 Summary
- References
- 11. Potential hazardous effects of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers
- Abstract
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 Carbon nanotubes
- 11.3 Carbon nanofibers
- 11.4 Release of carbon nanotubes during production and demolishing of concretes
- 11.5 Summary
- References
- 12. Conclusion: the role of carbon nanotubes and nanofibers in concrete technology
- Abstract
- 12.1 Concrete
- 12.2 Carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers in concrete
- 12.3 Future of carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers in concrete
- Index
- No. of pages: 382
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Published: July 10, 2021
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323858564
- eBook ISBN: 9780323855723
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Andrzej Cwirzen
Prof. Andrzej Cwirzen has obtained his Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the Silesian University of Technology and his PhD in Concrete Technology from the Helsinki University of Technology. As an associate professor, he led the Concrete Technology Research Group at Aalto University. Later, he was appointed as a full professor at the Luleå University of Technology and chair of the Structural Engineering Research Group. Since 2019, he is a chaired professor of the Building Materials Research Group at the same university. In parallel to his academic career, Prof. Cwirzen has been working as a consultant
and R&D project manager for construction companies and concrete producers. In his 20 years of work with concrete technology, he has focused on nanotechnology, nanomaterials especially including carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers, alternative ecological cementitious binders, high-strength concretes,
ultrahigh-performance concretes, durability, and production
technology of concrete structures. He is a RILEM senior member, member of several committees at the Transportation Research Board (TRB) in the United States and at the American Nano Society. Prof. Cwirzen holds two patents related to ecological cements. He is an editor and reviewer for several top international
journals related to building materials. He has been a visiting professor at several universities in Europe, Canada, and Australia.
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Professor and Head of the Building Materials Research Group, Luleå University of Technology, Luleå, SwedenRead Carbon Nanotubes and Carbon Nanofibers in Concrete—Advantages and Potential Risks on ScienceDirect