On The Role Of Soft Inclusions On The Fracture Behaviour Of Cement Paste

L. Mercuri, Claudia Romero Rodriguez, Yading Xu, Stefan Chaves Figueiredo, Renee Mors, Emanuele Rossi, G. Anglani, P. Antonaci, Branko Šavija, E. Schlangen

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Abstract

Soft inclusions, such as capsules and other particulate admixtures are increasingly being used in cementitious materials for functional purposes (i.e. self-healing and self-sensing of concrete). Yet, their influence on the fracture behaviour of the material is sometimes overlooked and requires in-depth study for the optimization of mechanical and/or smart properties. An experimental investigation is presented herein on the role of bacteria-based lactate-derived particles on the fracture behaviour of cement paste in tensile configuration. These admixtures are currently used for the purpose of self-healing. Digital Image Correlation was used to obtain strain contours on the surface of the samples during the test. The influence of soft particles addition and age of the samples on the fracture mechanics of the composite were investigated.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 10th International Conference on Fracture Mechanics of Concrete and Concrete Structures
EditorsG. Pijaudier-Cabot, P. Grassl, C. La Borderie
Number of pages8
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2019
Event10th International Conference on Fracture Mechanics of Concrete and Concrete Structures: FraMCoS-X - Bayonne, France
Duration: 24 Jun 201926 Jun 2019
https://framcos-x.sciencesconf.org/

Conference

Conference10th International Conference on Fracture Mechanics of Concrete and Concrete Structures
Abbreviated titleFraMCoS-X
Country/TerritoryFrance
CityBayonne
Period24/06/1926/06/19
Internet address

Keywords

  • Cement Paste
  • Work of Fracture
  • Tensile Strength
  • Durability

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