Microstructure, water permeability and micromechanical properties of alkali activated slag subjected to accelerated leaching

This study investigated the leaching resistance of alkali activated slag mortars (AAS) under immersion in a 6 M NH4NO3 solution for a duration of up to 28 days, taking into consideration the effect of water-to-binder (w/b) ratio. SEM-EDS analysis revealed decalcification, desodiumization, and dealum...

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Main Authors: Thi Nhan Nguyen, Quoc Tri Phung, Diederik Jacques, Mejdi Neji, Alexandre Dauzeres, Jan Elsen, Yiannis Pontikes
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-02-01
Series:Materials & Design
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0264127524000789