Study of carbon nano-modifier of fly ash in cement concrete mixtures of civil engineering

Abstract

Modern materials science has faced the problem of reducing the cost of raw materials and labor costs while obtaining basic construction materials (cement concrete) with increased performance properties. The article aims to substantiate the use of carbon nanotubes of fly ash as a cement concrete modifier to be reasonable for solving the above problem. Experimental studies are carried out using standard and special methods. The technological properties of cement concrete mixtures are determined in accordance with the European and American standards. The study investigates the impact of carbon nanotubes of fly ash on the structure and properties of the mineral Portland cement binder. The article provides the examination of structural and rheological characteristics of nano-modified cement concrete mixtures. The effect of a carbon nano-modifier on the strength, deformation, and performance properties of cement concrete mixtures is defined. As a result, the optimal composition of nano-modified cement concrete mixture has been developed that meets the criteria of concrete compressive strength and flowability. Positive research results allow determining the areas of application of the obtained compositions in civil engineering.

Keywords

• carbon nanotubes
• modifying additives
• waste
• cement stone
• structure formation