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Toward green revolution in concrete industry: The role of nanotechnology (A review)

Hosseini, P ; Sharif University of Technology

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  1. Type of Document: Article
  2. Abstract:
  3. Nowadays, the development of nanotechnology is faster than before due to its interdisciplinary nature. Other branches of engineering have started employing this technology in the process of their development; one example would be concrete science and technology. Nearly a decade has passed since the first application of nano-particles in a matrix of concrete products. During this time period, two directions have formed in the process of researchers' investigations. The first route is the precise monitoring of the microstructure and macrostructure of concrete products with the help of nanotechnology tools and methods. The second route is the development of concrete products with nanotechnology; however, a more detailed review is needed to backup this development. In today's world, any development must be sustainable; therefore, ecologically sustainable development can either assist the development of a technology or the society. This paper reviews the role of nanotechnology in relation to the development of green technology with respect to recent developments in nano-concrete technology. Finally, a functional model has assisted the rise of green concrete technology with the aid of nanotechnology
  4. Keywords:
  5. Concrete ; Concrete technology ; Green technology ; Nano material ; Nanotechnology
  6. Source: Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences ; Volume 5, Issue 12 , 2011 , Pages 2768-2782 ; 19918178 (ISSN)
  7. URL: http://ajbasweb.com/old/ajbas/2011/December-2011/2768-2782.pdf