Polymer Admixture-Modified Cement-Based Materials
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Smart and Functional Polymers".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 1124
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The application of polymer admixtures in cement-based materials has become increasingly widespread. Researchers have gained a deeper understanding of the interaction mechanisms and performance impacts of polymer admixtures on cement-based materials. Compared to traditional cement-based materials, polymer admixtures can significantly enhance the properties of cement-based materials, such as rheological properties, mechanical properties, fracture toughness, and durability. This Special Issue focuses on the latest advancements in understanding the performance implications of polymer admixtures on cement-based materials and their the interaction mechanisms. We welcome contributions exploring the use of various polymer admixtures, including, but not limited to, superplasticizers, retarders, air-entraining agents, nanocellulose, and silica aerogel, and their impact on the properties of cement-based materials. This Special Issue aims to showcase innovative research in the field, fostering the further development of high-performance and sustainable cement-based materials.
Prof. Dr. Yingfang Fan
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- polymers admixtures
- cement-based materials
- multi-scale analysis
- rheological properties
- mechanical properties
- fracture properties
- durability
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