MX3 hydration: Kinetics and Mechanisms

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

Hydration of C-S-H & CH

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

Reaction Kinetics in Cement Hydration

Explores reaction kinetics in cement hydration, including heat release, additives, temperature effects, and gypsum's role in controlling reactions.

Adjusting LC³ Cement Composition: Alumina, Sulphates, and Alkalis

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

Hydration: Development of Microstructure

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

Adjusting LC³ Cement Composition

Explores the impact of sulphates and alkalis on LC³ cement composition and the prevention of alkali silica reaction.

Isothermal Calorimetry

Covers isothermal calorimetry, a method to measure heat production rate in materials like cement, discussing its importance and practical applications.

Grinding Cements with Calcined Clays

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

Introduction: Why Portland cement

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

Hydration: Overview

Covers the nomenclature of cement components, the process of how cement works, and the phases of real cement.