Adjusting LC³ Cement Composition

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Explores adjustments in LC³ cement composition, focusing on alumina, sulphates, and alkalis, and their impact on strength and ASR.

Explores the hydration of aluminates in cement chemistry, focusing on reactions with sulfate ions and the formation of ettringite.

Introduces LC³ cement made with limestone and calcined clay for sustainable construction.

Covers the R3 test, a rapid method to quantify clay reactivity.

Explores the importance of grinding cement to increase reactivity and compares intergrinding with separate grinding methods.

Explores the process of grinding cements with calcined clays to produce LC3.

Delves into cement hydration, examining microstructure development, phase reactions, heat evolution, hydrate formation, and analytical techniques.

Discusses the formation and impact of C-S-H and CH phases in cement hydration.

Explores the cement manufacturing process, quality control, grinding, and types of cement.

Explores the reasons behind the widespread use of 'Portland' cement in construction and its environmental impact.