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Durability studies and characterization of the matrix and fibre-cement interface of asbestos-free fibre-cement products
AbstractOrganic fibres, both natural and synthetic, have been used as asbestos replacements in cement-based products. The microstructures of these products have been characterized in the fresh state, both normally cured and autoclaved, as well as after natural weathering in Switzerland and the Republic of South Africa. Characterization techniques include electron microscopy, used in both scanning and transmission modes, analytical electron microscopy, and pore structure analysis by mercury intrusion. Differences between cure regimes and exposure conditions are described. The change in the microstructure for both composites were intricate because of the non-isotropic nature of the products. Characterization of typical ageing development phases of the matrix was found to be very complex, although these extensive microstructural changes do not necessarily indicate that the performance of the material is adversely affected.
Durability studies and characterization of the matrix and fibre-cement interface of asbestos-free fibre-cement products
AbstractOrganic fibres, both natural and synthetic, have been used as asbestos replacements in cement-based products. The microstructures of these products have been characterized in the fresh state, both normally cured and autoclaved, as well as after natural weathering in Switzerland and the Republic of South Africa. Characterization techniques include electron microscopy, used in both scanning and transmission modes, analytical electron microscopy, and pore structure analysis by mercury intrusion. Differences between cure regimes and exposure conditions are described. The change in the microstructure for both composites were intricate because of the non-isotropic nature of the products. Characterization of typical ageing development phases of the matrix was found to be very complex, although these extensive microstructural changes do not necessarily indicate that the performance of the material is adversely affected.
Durability studies and characterization of the matrix and fibre-cement interface of asbestos-free fibre-cement products
Pirie, B.J. (author) / Glasser, F.P. (author) / Schmitt-Henco, C. (author) / Akers, S.A.S. (author)
Cement and Concrete Composites ; 12 ; 233-244
1990-09-17
12 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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