Dissertation in concrete analysis

Chapter 2: Literature Review – Cement 1. Portland cement (properties and micro structure) in details 1.1 SCMs (GGBS, Silica fumes and fly ash) main properties and advantages towards concrete. In details. 1.2 Admixtures (super plasticizer) and aggregates discussion and their main contributions to the concrete. 2. Alkali activated cement in details explained – Influence of microcracks on the properties of 1. Mechanisms and different types of microcracks 2. Cracks induced by autogenous and drying shrinkage (in details) – Challenges of concrete (Durability) 1. Transport mechanisms (explain in details absorption, diffusion and permeation 2. Concrete deterioration processes (explain carbonation in detail along with its impact on the transport properties) 3. Influence of pores (capillary pores) 4. Enhance durability and consequences of deteriorations (financial, environmental and life quality)