Xiao Huang1,2, Jin Yang3,*
FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.6, pp. 1393-1406, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.046360
- 27 June 2024
Abstract Cement-based materials are fundamental in the construction industry, and enhancing their properties is an ongoing challenge. The use of superabsorbent polymers (SAP) has gained significant attention as a possible way to improve the performance of cement-based materials due to their unique water-absorption and retention properties. This study investigates the multifaceted impact of kaolin intercalation-modified superabsorbent polymers (K-SAP) on the properties of cement mortar. The results show that K-SAP significantly affects the cement mortar’s rheological behavior, with distinct phases of water absorption and release, leading to changes in workability over time. Furthermore, K-SAP alters the hydration More >