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Multifunctional application of nanoscratch technique to characterize cementitious materials
Abstract This study aims to further explore the multifunctional applicability of nanoscratch technique to cementitious materials for comprehensive characterization. Based on the investigation of deformation, applied force, and fracture toughness of hardened cement paste during scratching, the methods of phase identification, fracture toughness of individual phase, and the interfacial transition zone (ITZ) thickness quantification were proposed and discussed. After redefining the vertical loading rate of scratching, the slope of the square scratching depth vs. scratching length is recognized as a reliable parameter to distinguish the individual phases for the first time. A fracture toughness-based method is proposed to quantify the thickness of ITZ between clinker and hydrates. Meanwhile, the applicability of phase identification by the scratch method is discussed for different transverse scratching speeds and the vertical loading rates. The findings will benefit the investigation and mechanism understanding of cementitious materials at the microscale by utilizing nanoscratch technique.
Multifunctional application of nanoscratch technique to characterize cementitious materials
Abstract This study aims to further explore the multifunctional applicability of nanoscratch technique to cementitious materials for comprehensive characterization. Based on the investigation of deformation, applied force, and fracture toughness of hardened cement paste during scratching, the methods of phase identification, fracture toughness of individual phase, and the interfacial transition zone (ITZ) thickness quantification were proposed and discussed. After redefining the vertical loading rate of scratching, the slope of the square scratching depth vs. scratching length is recognized as a reliable parameter to distinguish the individual phases for the first time. A fracture toughness-based method is proposed to quantify the thickness of ITZ between clinker and hydrates. Meanwhile, the applicability of phase identification by the scratch method is discussed for different transverse scratching speeds and the vertical loading rates. The findings will benefit the investigation and mechanism understanding of cementitious materials at the microscale by utilizing nanoscratch technique.
Multifunctional application of nanoscratch technique to characterize cementitious materials
Wei, Ya (author) / Kong, Weikang (author) / Wang, Yaqiong (author) / Sha, Aimin (author)
2020-11-17
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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