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Smart/Multifunctional Cementitious Composites and Structures

A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Construction and Building Materials".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 October 2026 | Viewed by 2417

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Xinyue Wang

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School of Civil Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
Interests: interfaces in concrete materials and structures; multiscale simulation of concrete materials and structures; nano-engineered cementitious composites
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Dr. Mengxi Zhang

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School of Civil Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
Interests: temperature self-controlled concrete; hydraulic materials and structures of dam; experiment and simulation; isogeometric analysis; machine learning
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Dr. Guipeng Chen

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College of Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China
Interests: fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP); FRP–concrete–steel composite structures; confined concrete
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Dr. Linwei Li

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School of Civil Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
Interests: nano-based cementitious composites; fatigue performance; self-sensing performance
Dr. Hongyan Li

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State Key Laboratory of Engineering Materials for Major Infrastructure, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 211189, China
Interests: rheological behaviors of cement-based materials with nano fillers; self-sensing performance
Dr. Danna Wang

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Guest Editor Assistant
College of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Zhejiang University of Water Resources and Electric Power, Hangzhou 310018, China
Interests: fiber/nano-based cementitious composites; durability of cementitious composites; self-sensing performance of cementitious composites

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Cementitious composites are the most used artificial materials in the world. In previous decades, rapid progress was made in smart and multifunctional cementitious composites and structures (e.g., self-sensing, self-monitoring, self-healing, energy harvesting, self-heating, electrically conductive, electromagnetic shielding) via intelligent design, rendering it smarter for service in various applications and accelerating the intelligent development of civil engineering. Therefore, this Special Issue aims to build a research platform for intelligent and multifunctional cementitious composites and structures, focusing on exploring, sharing, and disseminating new concepts, discoveries, advancements, trends, and potential applications of cementitious composites and structures. We welcome submissions of original research and review articles on topics including, but not limited to, the following:

  • The design and manufacture of smart and multifunctional cementitious composites and structures;
  • The performance characterization and prediction of smart and multifunctional cementitious composites and structures;
  • The mechanism exploration of smart and multifunctional cementitious composites;
  • Ultra-high strength and ultra-long service life cementitious composites and structures;
  • Structural health monitoring and safety analysis;
  • The application of new technologies such as digital manufacturing, digital twin, biomass, material genetics, etc., in the entire lifecycle of construction.

Dr. Xinyue Wang
Dr. Mengxi Zhang
Dr. Guipeng Chen
Guest Editors

Dr. Linwei Li
Dr. Hongyan Li
Dr. Danna Wang
Guest Editor Assistants

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Keywords

  • cementitious composites
  • structures
  • smart and multifunctional
  • performance characterization and prediction
  • long durability and service life
  • health monitoring

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Study on the Freeze–Thaw Durability and Carbon Emission Reduction Benefits of Geopolymer EPS Concrete
by Xiaohong Jian, Haijie He, Ji Yuan, Haifei Lei, Shifang Wang, Yuhao Shang, Hanying Shou, Peixuan He, Zihang Ding and Ziyu Mao
Materials 2026, 19(10), 2023; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma19102023 - 13 May 2026
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In an effort to explore the influence mechanism of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam particle content on the freeze–thaw resistance of geopolymer EPS concrete (GEPSC) and realize the synergistic optimization of freeze–thaw durability and low-carbon performance, systematic tests on the apparent morphology, mass loss [...] Read more.
In an effort to explore the influence mechanism of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam particle content on the freeze–thaw resistance of geopolymer EPS concrete (GEPSC) and realize the synergistic optimization of freeze–thaw durability and low-carbon performance, systematic tests on the apparent morphology, mass loss rate, and relative dynamic elastic modulus (RDEM) of GEPSC with different EPS contents (30%, 35%, 40%, 45%, 50%, 55%) were conducted via freeze–thaw cycle tests. A parabolic damage model was established based on the theory of damage mechanics, and comparisons were made between GEPSC and conventional EPS concrete (EPSC) in terms of microstructure and carbon emission effect. Results indicate that the freeze–thaw resistance of GEPSC exhibits a nonlinear negative correlation with EPS content, which clarifies the applicable scope of GEPSC with different EPS dosages. The fitting correlation coefficient R2 of the established parabolic damage model is all higher than 0.98, which can accurately predict the evolution law of freeze–thaw damage of GEPSC. The interfacial transition zone of GEPSC is indistinct and the geopolymer matrix presents a denser structure. Compared with EPSC of the same density, the carbon emission of GEPSC is reduced by 45.3%, demonstrating that GEPSC integrates favorable freeze–thaw resistance with prominent environmental benefits. This study provides a scientific basis for the mixed proportion design and engineering application of low-carbon concrete materials in cold regions. Full article
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Investigation of the Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of Fiber-Reinforced Roller-Compacted Concrete Under High-Temperature Exposure
by Murteda Ünverdi, Yahya Kaya, Naz Mardani and Ali Mardani
Materials 2025, 18(11), 2430; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma18112430 - 22 May 2025
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In this study, the effects of different fiber types on improving the high-temperature performance of roller-compacted concrete (RCC) were comprehensively investigated. For this purpose, 60 mm long steel (S), polypropylene (PP), and environmentally sustainable waste steel (WS) fibers were incorporated into RCC at [...] Read more.
In this study, the effects of different fiber types on improving the high-temperature performance of roller-compacted concrete (RCC) were comprehensively investigated. For this purpose, 60 mm long steel (S), polypropylene (PP), and environmentally sustainable waste steel (WS) fibers were incorporated into RCC at volumetric ratios of 0%, 0.25%, 0.50%, 0.75%, 1.00%, and 1.25%. The prepared specimens were exposed to controlled conditions at 25 °C (room temperature), 300 °C, 600 °C, and 900 °C, and the influence of thermal exposure on compressive strength and permeability characteristics was thoroughly evaluated. The findings revealed that high temperatures led to significant changes in the physical and mechanical properties of the concrete. Notably, at elevated temperatures such as 600 °C and 900 °C, S and WS fibers were found to reduce strength loss by limiting the propagation of microcracks within the concrete matrix. However, PP fibers were observed to lose their effectiveness at high temperatures due to melting in the range of approximately 160–170 °C, which negatively affected mechanical performance. One of this study’s key findings is that waste steel fibers offer a sustainable alternative while exhibiting comparable performance to conventional steel fibers. These results highlight the potential of recycling industrial waste to reduce environmental impact and lower overall costs. Full article
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