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Highlights Hybridization of CNFs and PVA fibers improved the mechanical and chloride ion penetration resistance of concrete. The combination of nonionic surfactant TNWDIS and polycarboxylic acid high-efficiency water reducer SP facilitates the engineering application of CNFs. The synergistic mechanism of the hybridized fibers was clarified with the help of analytical software such as SEM, EDS, XRD and Jade 9.
Abstract The hybridization of nanomaterials and macroscopic fibers is currently a popular topic. The aim of this study was to explore the application potential of incorporating carbon nanofibers (CNFs) into concrete and to analyze the effect of CNFs dispersant on concrete slump and early strength. Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fibers and CNFs were used to prepare composite fiber-reinforced (CNFs-PVA) concrete to improve the continuity of concrete properties at the micron/nanometer scale. The engineering properties such as compressive strength, flexural strength and resistance to chloride ion erosion performance of the concrete were investigated, and the microstructure of concrete was characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning-electron microscopy (SEM), and X-ray computed tomography (X-CT). The results showed that CNFs could improve the early strength. The combined use of CNFs and PVA increased the 28-day compressive and flexural strength by 23.38% and 28.73%, respectively, compared to the control group. Correspondingly, the electric flux and Migration rate of chloride ions (DRCM) were minimized. From the SEM and XRD test results, it is clear that CNFs and PVA fibers can: (i) bridge low-density C-S-H to form higher-density C-S-H gels, (ii) form longer chain-like fibers with enhanced load transfer and chloride binding capacity, (iii) act as internal curing agents to enhance hydration at the interface, (iv) promote the formation of the aluminum phase hydration products and calcium carbonate phase, and (v) CNFs and PVA refine the pore size by increasing the gel pores and reducing the percentage of microcracks. The combined results indicate that the improved performance of CNFs-PVA is due to the combined effect of bridging and nucleation of hydration products by CNFs, adsorption of hydration products by CNFs-PVA, and promotion of pore filling by the generated hydrides such as calcium carbonate and ettringite. These findings provide new insights for the design of high-performance concrete materials.
Highlights Hybridization of CNFs and PVA fibers improved the mechanical and chloride ion penetration resistance of concrete. The combination of nonionic surfactant TNWDIS and polycarboxylic acid high-efficiency water reducer SP facilitates the engineering application of CNFs. The synergistic mechanism of the hybridized fibers was clarified with the help of analytical software such as SEM, EDS, XRD and Jade 9.
Abstract The hybridization of nanomaterials and macroscopic fibers is currently a popular topic. The aim of this study was to explore the application potential of incorporating carbon nanofibers (CNFs) into concrete and to analyze the effect of CNFs dispersant on concrete slump and early strength. Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fibers and CNFs were used to prepare composite fiber-reinforced (CNFs-PVA) concrete to improve the continuity of concrete properties at the micron/nanometer scale. The engineering properties such as compressive strength, flexural strength and resistance to chloride ion erosion performance of the concrete were investigated, and the microstructure of concrete was characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning-electron microscopy (SEM), and X-ray computed tomography (X-CT). The results showed that CNFs could improve the early strength. The combined use of CNFs and PVA increased the 28-day compressive and flexural strength by 23.38% and 28.73%, respectively, compared to the control group. Correspondingly, the electric flux and Migration rate of chloride ions (DRCM) were minimized. From the SEM and XRD test results, it is clear that CNFs and PVA fibers can: (i) bridge low-density C-S-H to form higher-density C-S-H gels, (ii) form longer chain-like fibers with enhanced load transfer and chloride binding capacity, (iii) act as internal curing agents to enhance hydration at the interface, (iv) promote the formation of the aluminum phase hydration products and calcium carbonate phase, and (v) CNFs and PVA refine the pore size by increasing the gel pores and reducing the percentage of microcracks. The combined results indicate that the improved performance of CNFs-PVA is due to the combined effect of bridging and nucleation of hydration products by CNFs, adsorption of hydration products by CNFs-PVA, and promotion of pore filling by the generated hydrides such as calcium carbonate and ettringite. These findings provide new insights for the design of high-performance concrete materials.
Carbon nanofibers and polyvinyl-alcohol fiber hybrid-reinforced high-performance concrete: Mechanical property, chloride penetration resistance, and material characterization
2023-05-18
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