Nanotechnology for smart concrete

By Ghasan Fahim Huseien, Nur Hafizah A. Khalid, Jahangir Mirza

The concrete industry is known to consume enormous amount of natural resources extracted from the planet.

Nanomaterials can markedly improve the mechanical properties of concrete, as well as reduce the porosity and enhance the durability of concrete.

The application of nanotechnology in concrete is still in its infancy.

However, an ever-growing demand for ultra-high-performance concrete and recurring environmental pollution caused by ordinary Portland cement has encouraged engineers to exploit nanotechnology in the construction industry.

Nanotechnology for Smart Concrete discusses the advantages and applications of nanomaterials in the concrete industry, including high-strength performance, microstructural improvement, self-healing, energy storage, and coatings.

Nanotechnology for smart concrete analyses the linkage of concrete materials with nanomaterials and nanostructures

Nanotechnology for smart concrete discusses the applications of nanomaterials in the concrete industry, including energy storage in green buildings, anti-corrosive coatings, and inhibiting pathogens and viruses
Covers self-healing concrete.

Nanotechnology for smart concrete explores safety considerations, sustainability, and environmental impact of Nano concrete.
It also includes an appendix of solved questions.

This comprehensive and innovative text serves as a useful reference for upper-level undergraduate students, graduate students, and professionals in the fields of Civil and Construction Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, and Nanomaterials.