Hanbing Zhao , Yixiang Gan , Fulin Qu , Zhuo Tang , Shuhua Peng , Yangqiao Chen , Wengui Li
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Both types of SCPM effectively fill the gaps between DCLs, observed in the appearance of specimens. However, the bonding strength of bottom and oblique bottom ITZs of RLC prepared by SCPM without fly ash and superplasticizer was poor, making it impossible to produce ITZ samples from these two locations successfully. The heterogeneity and cohesion strength of the ITZs surrounding the DCLs depends on the distribution of pores and grains. Grains, including RP and fly ash, accumulated at the top and oblique top sides of the DCL due to sedimentation. Fly ash and RP effectively promoted the healing of micro-pores and cracks around DCLs but had a limited effect on pores and cracks with an average equivalent diameter greater than 1 μm. In summary, the ITZs at the top and oblique top sides of the DCLs had a denser microstructure and better bonding performance than those at other locations around the DCLs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":9865,"journal":{"name":"Cement & concrete composites","volume":"161 ","pages":"Article 106078"},"PeriodicalIF":10.8000,"publicationDate":"2025-04-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":"0","resultStr":"{\"title\":\"Nano- and micro-characterisation on the heterogeneity of ITZs in recycled lump concrete\",\"authors\":\"Hanbing Zhao , Yixiang Gan , Fulin Qu , Zhuo Tang , Shuhua Peng , Yangqiao Chen , Wengui Li\",\"doi\":\"10.1016/j.cemconcomp.2025.106078\",\"DOIUrl\":null,\"url\":null,\"abstract\":\"<div><div>Recycled lump concrete (RLC) is a new sustainable construction material for filling large-sized demolished concrete lump (DCL) piles with fresh mortar or concrete. 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Nano- and micro-characterisation on the heterogeneity of ITZs in recycled lump concrete
Recycled lump concrete (RLC) is a new sustainable construction material for filling large-sized demolished concrete lump (DCL) piles with fresh mortar or concrete. Due to the differences from conventional concrete casting technology, the heterogeneity and cohesion performance of the interfacial transition zones (ITZs) require further investigation. In this study, two types of self-compacting mortar (SCPM) were designed using blends of cement, recycled sand/recycled powder (RS/RP), and fly ash as raw materials. The filling performance of the SCPM was evaluated based on the microstructure, micromechanical properties and phase distribution within the ITZs and the adjacent matrix surrounding DCLs. Both types of SCPM effectively fill the gaps between DCLs, observed in the appearance of specimens. However, the bonding strength of bottom and oblique bottom ITZs of RLC prepared by SCPM without fly ash and superplasticizer was poor, making it impossible to produce ITZ samples from these two locations successfully. The heterogeneity and cohesion strength of the ITZs surrounding the DCLs depends on the distribution of pores and grains. Grains, including RP and fly ash, accumulated at the top and oblique top sides of the DCL due to sedimentation. Fly ash and RP effectively promoted the healing of micro-pores and cracks around DCLs but had a limited effect on pores and cracks with an average equivalent diameter greater than 1 μm. In summary, the ITZs at the top and oblique top sides of the DCLs had a denser microstructure and better bonding performance than those at other locations around the DCLs.
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Cement & concrete composites focuses on advancements in cement-concrete composite technology and the production, use, and performance of cement-based construction materials. It covers a wide range of materials, including fiber-reinforced composites, polymer composites, ferrocement, and those incorporating special aggregates or waste materials. Major themes include microstructure, material properties, testing, durability, mechanics, modeling, design, fabrication, and practical applications. The journal welcomes papers on structural behavior, field studies, repair and maintenance, serviceability, and sustainability. It aims to enhance understanding, provide a platform for unconventional materials, promote low-cost energy-saving materials, and bridge the gap between materials science, engineering, and construction. Special issues on emerging topics are also published to encourage collaboration between materials scientists, engineers, designers, and fabricators.