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Advanced Research in Cement and Concrete

A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Building Materials, and Repair & Renovation".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2025 | Viewed by 1680

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Qimin Liu

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School of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China
Interests: cement hydration; concrete durability; green concrete; multiphysics modeling; 3D printed concrete
Dr. Xingji Zhu

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State Key Laboratory of Precision Blasting, Jianghan University, Wuhan 430056, China
Interests: cement hydration; concrete durability; material corrosion; theoretical model; material characterization

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The development of the building systems that sustain our living spaces and societal economy requires the extensive utilization of various construction materials. Current building structures demand innovation, sustainability, energy efficiency, and resilience, necessitating a new breed of construction materials that possess excellent qualities, including long durability, environmental friendliness, tailored functionality, and esthetic appeal. Therefore, this Special Issue aims to compile a comprehensive array of research papers focusing on the development of advanced cement and concrete materials, which may drive construction materials to a higher level. The scope covers but is not limited to, experimental and theoretical aspects of cement hydration and durability, design and fabrication of low- and negative-carbon concrete, ultra-high-performance concrete, fiber-reinforced cementitious composites, and fiber-reinforced polymer composites, chemical, microstructural, and structural characterization, advanced theoretical models and numerical techniques, and applications of the cement and concrete.

Dr. Qimin Liu
Dr. Xingji Zhu
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • concrete design
  • cement hydration
  • concrete durability
  • ultra-high performance concrete
  • low-carbon concrete

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Effect of Drying and Wetting Cycles on Deformation Characteristics of Compacted Loess and Constitutive Model
by Pengju Qin, Yuqi Liu, Chungang Yang, Qingchen Yan, Yubo Liu, Li Gong and Xingji Zhu
Buildings 2025, 15(7), 1124; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings15071124 - 30 Mar 2025
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Owing to the alternating processes of rainfall and evaporation, the compacted loess employed in ground and roadbed construction frequently experiences drying and wetting (D-W) cycles. These cycles are prone to induce substantial deformation of the soil mass, posing a risk to the integrity [...] Read more.
Owing to the alternating processes of rainfall and evaporation, the compacted loess employed in ground and roadbed construction frequently experiences drying and wetting (D-W) cycles. These cycles are prone to induce substantial deformation of the soil mass, posing a risk to the integrity of buildings and infrastructure. Consequently, this study delved into the effects of D-W cycles on the deformation behavior of compacted loess, considering varying initial dry densities and water contents. To achieve a profound understanding of the deformation characteristics of the compacted loess, we meticulously monitored the resistivity ratio, crack ratio, and microstructure throughout the tests. Furthermore, a constitutive model was developed to forecast the deformation of compacted loess under D-W cycles. The findings revealed that both the vertical strain and crack ratio exhibited an upward trend with the increase in D-W cycle numbers, while they exhibited a downward trend as dry density increased. Notably, water content was identified as a significant factor affecting both the crack ratio and resistivity ratio. Additionally, the occurrence and progression of D-W cycles and cracks led to a slight increase in particle abundance and the proportion of total pore area. Meanwhile, during the wetting process, the infiltration of water softened the cementing substances, resulting in a disruption of the connections between aggregates. This made it much easier for cracks in the soil to expand after the sample dried. The constitutive model was meticulously constructed by incorporating yield surfaces that account for decreasing and increasing water contents. The validity of the proposed model was substantiated through a comparative analysis of the measured and calculated data. This comprehensive investigation furnishes a theoretical foundation for assessing the stability of compacted loess ground and roadbeds subjected to D-W cycles. Full article
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Enhancing the Properties of Concrete with the Incorporation of Recycled Polypropylene Plastic
by Jasim Alnahas, Abderrahim Lakhouit, Majed Alnchiwati, Masaud Albalawi, Abdelrahman Elrazzaz, Naif Alanzi, Abdulaziz Alghamdi, Ahmed H. A. Yassin and Hassan M. Hijry
Buildings 2025, 15(7), 1055; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings15071055 - 25 Mar 2025
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This study explores the integration of recycled polypropylene (PP) plastic (PL) pellets into concrete mixtures, to evaluate their impact on compressive strength, workability, and weight reduction. Concrete samples were prepared by replacing conventional aggregates with PL pellets at varying percentages (1%, 3%, and [...] Read more.
This study explores the integration of recycled polypropylene (PP) plastic (PL) pellets into concrete mixtures, to evaluate their impact on compressive strength, workability, and weight reduction. Concrete samples were prepared by replacing conventional aggregates with PL pellets at varying percentages (1%, 3%, and 5%) by weight. The primary objective was to determine the optimal PL content that enhanced the properties of concrete. The experimental results demonstrated that incorporating 3% PP-PL pellets led to an 11.3% increase in compressive strength compared with the reference mix (0% PL). Furthermore, the 3% PL mix maintained a slump value comparable to that of the reference mix, indicating that this level of PL inclusion did not negatively affect workability. However, increasing the PL content beyond 3% resulted in a significant reduction in workability, suggesting that excessive PL may limit practical applications. The inclusion of PL pellets also contributed to a decrease in the overall weight of the concrete, showcasing the potential for producing lightweight, high-performance concrete. These findings highlight the feasibility of utilizing recycled PL in concrete production as a sustainable strategy to enhance material properties while addressing the growing issue of PL waste. This study identified 3% PL as the optimal dosage for achieving the best balance between strength, workability, and weight reduction. This research contributes to the development of more sustainable construction materials while also offering insights into the role of recycled PL in improving concrete performance. Future research could focus on evaluating the long-term durability, microstructural behavior, and environmental impact of PL-modified concrete to better understand its potential for broader application in eco-friendly infrastructure, ensuring it meets the demands of sustainable and cost-effective construction practices. In addition, this study’s findings pave the way for future investigations into optimizing other types of recycled PL for use in concrete. Full article
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Growth Regularity and Performance of Steel Reinforcement Passive Film Under Electric Field
by Lianfang Sun, Pangang Wu, Wenshan Peng, Hong Fan, Jinze Li, Li Ma and Zihao Wei
Buildings 2025, 15(4), 585; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings15040585 - 13 Feb 2025
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Steel reinforcement undergoes passivation in the alkaline environment of concrete, resulting in the spontaneous formation and growth of a protective passive film. Understanding the growth pattern of passive films is crucial for enhancing the corrosion resistance of steel bars. This study investigates the [...] Read more.
Steel reinforcement undergoes passivation in the alkaline environment of concrete, resulting in the spontaneous formation and growth of a protective passive film. Understanding the growth pattern of passive films is crucial for enhancing the corrosion resistance of steel bars. This study investigates the impact of various electric potentials on passive film growth and its dynamic interaction with chloride ions. Furthermore, the behavior of the passive film after removal from the solution under different conditions is also examined. This study visually demonstrates the process of increasing the passivation potential of the passivation film and the degradation and thinning of the over-passivation potential. Chloride ions can significantly reduce the polarization potential and increase the degree of over-passivation degradation. After prolonged detachment from the solution, the integrity of the passivation film decreases. This study comprehensively evaluates the combined effects of external electric fields, the presence of chloride ions, and separation from an alkaline solution on the growth characteristics of the passive film. Full article
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