Jiatai Zhou , Jihui Zhao , Zhendong Yao , Shuang Geng , Mo Zhang , Jiaping Li , Zhong Li , Wanxing Deng , Junhui Huang , Kunrun Wu , Feipeng Mei
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This paper provides a systematic review of recent advances in the self-healing performance of CA in cement-based materials, with a focus on analyzing the active components of various CA products and their corresponding healing mechanisms. It also elucidates controversies regarding the reaction pathways between CA and C<sub>3</sub>S or CH. The review also outlines the effects of CA on mechanical and durability properties: low dosage CA generally supports strength gain and markedly improves durability. Critical factors influencing self-healing efficiency, including curing environment, cracking age, mineral additions, and superabsorbent polymers (SAP), are systematically evaluated. Findings indicate superior healing performance in saturated Ca(OH)<sub>2</sub> solution and seawater compared to freshwater. Self-healing efficacy declines with increased cracking age. Mineral admixtures enhance later-stage healing, with slag showing particularly beneficial effects. SAP not only improves healing efficiency but also acts synergistically with CA to enable rapid and complete closure of macroscopic cracks. Given the absence of a consensus in evaluation protocols, this work also assesses the applicability and limitations of current self-healing assessment methods, providing insights to support reliable engineering application of CA technology.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15064,"journal":{"name":"Journal of building engineering","volume":"114 ","pages":"Article 114265"},"PeriodicalIF":7.4000,"publicationDate":"2025-10-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":"0","resultStr":"{\"title\":\"Research advances on self-healing properties of cement-based materials containing crystalline admixtures (CA): A systematic review\",\"authors\":\"Jiatai Zhou , Jihui Zhao , Zhendong Yao , Shuang Geng , Mo Zhang , Jiaping Li , Zhong Li , Wanxing Deng , Junhui Huang , Kunrun Wu , Feipeng Mei\",\"doi\":\"10.1016/j.jobe.2025.114265\",\"DOIUrl\":null,\"url\":null,\"abstract\":\"<div><div>Crystalline admixtures (CA), as a high-performance cement-based self-healing material, can activate the healing function when microcracks occur in structures. 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Research advances on self-healing properties of cement-based materials containing crystalline admixtures (CA): A systematic review
Crystalline admixtures (CA), as a high-performance cement-based self-healing material, can activate the healing function when microcracks occur in structures. This characteristic not only effectively extends the service life of buildings but also significantly enhances their impermeability and waterproofing performance, making it of great application value in the field of improving the durability of civil engineering. However, substantial variations exist in the chemical composition of CA across studies, leading to inconsistent healing mechanisms and repair outcomes influenced by multiple factors. A standardized evaluation framework for CA performance has yet to be established. This paper provides a systematic review of recent advances in the self-healing performance of CA in cement-based materials, with a focus on analyzing the active components of various CA products and their corresponding healing mechanisms. It also elucidates controversies regarding the reaction pathways between CA and C3S or CH. The review also outlines the effects of CA on mechanical and durability properties: low dosage CA generally supports strength gain and markedly improves durability. Critical factors influencing self-healing efficiency, including curing environment, cracking age, mineral additions, and superabsorbent polymers (SAP), are systematically evaluated. Findings indicate superior healing performance in saturated Ca(OH)2 solution and seawater compared to freshwater. Self-healing efficacy declines with increased cracking age. Mineral admixtures enhance later-stage healing, with slag showing particularly beneficial effects. SAP not only improves healing efficiency but also acts synergistically with CA to enable rapid and complete closure of macroscopic cracks. Given the absence of a consensus in evaluation protocols, this work also assesses the applicability and limitations of current self-healing assessment methods, providing insights to support reliable engineering application of CA technology.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of Building Engineering is an interdisciplinary journal that covers all aspects of science and technology concerned with the whole life cycle of the built environment; from the design phase through to construction, operation, performance, maintenance and its deterioration.