The analysis of nanocrystalline and amorphous phases in cement matrices which contain high amounts of crystalline phases is a very challenging task. In this respect, pair distribution function (PDF) methodology in ...

Belite cements (BCs) could be a more sustainable binder than Portland cements (PCs) but adequate knowledge of the hydration features has still to be built. In particular, the mild curing hydration temperature effects have ...

Limestone Calcined Clay Cements, LC3, are attracting a lot of attention as it is possible to reduce the clinker factor by 50%, which means a cement CO2 footprint reduction of 40%. This is compatible with maintaining the ...

The effect of superplasticiser, borax and the water-to-cement ratio on BYF hydration and mechanical strengths has been studied. Two laboratory-scale BYF cements—st-BYF (with -C2S and orthorhombic C4A3 S) and borax-activated ...