Solidification of Portland Cement.
Abstract
Solidification of materials is introduced, and the constitution and hydration of portland cement is reviewed. Microstructural zones are introduced in the cement system: A 'columnar' zone of hydration products on solid surfaces are 'equiaxed' products which form within the originally water-filled space. The microstructure of hydrated beta-dicalcium silicate is shown in scanning electron micrographs of fracture surfaces of neat pastes at 60, 100, 171, and 384 days age. Similar micrographs for tricalcium silicate pastes and commercial portland cement pastes are shown and discussed. The hardening of portland cement is discussed as a solidification process. The potential flaws and stress concentrators within the cement paste are identified and their effect on mechanical properties is discussed. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1970
- Accession Number
- AD0720755
Entities
People
- Robert Brady Williamson
Organizations
- University of California, Berkeley