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This chapter explores the physicalPhysicalpropertiesPhysical properties, deformationDeformationcharacteristics, microstructureMicrostructure, interfacial transition zone (ITZInterfacial transition zone (ITZ)) and chemical propertiesChemical properties of self cured concreteConcrete, offering further understanding of its performance and benefits. The primary physicalPhysicalpropertiesPhysical properties discussed include densityDensity, waterWater absorptionabsorptionAbsorption, water desorptionDesorption, shapeShapeand textureTexture of the aggregatesAggregates used for self curingCuringagentsAgents. LightweightLightweightaggregates (LWAsLightweight Aggregate (LWA)) exhibit a lower density compared to conventionalConventionalaggregateConventional aggregate due to the presence ofWater-retaining agents water-retaining agents. ShrinkageShrinkage is an essential parameter of self cured concreteConcrete. Self cured concrete exhibits lower autogeneous and drying shrinkageDrying shrinkage compared to traditional concrete, as the internalInternal curing process helps maintain moistureMoisture levels, reducing the potential forShrinkage-induced crackingshrinkage-induced crackingCracking. Additionally, self cured concrete shows reduced shrinkage and cracking due to the continuousContinuoussupplySupply of internal curing water, which mitigatesMitigatethe effectsEffect of drying concrete. The improved microstructureMicrostructureenhances the ITZInterfacial transition zone (ITZ) between the cementCementpastePaste and aggregates, reducing porosityPorosity and increasing overall strengthStrengthand durabilityDurability.

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Physical, Deformation, Microstructure and Chemical Properties of Self Cured Agents and Concrete

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    2025年

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  • Hamidah Mohd Saman,
  • Norhaliza Hamzah

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This chapter explores the physicalPhysicalpropertiesPhysical properties, deformationDeformationcharacteristics, microstructureMicrostructure, interfacial transition zone (ITZInterfacial transition zone (ITZ)) and chemical propertiesChemical properties of self cured concreteConcrete, offering further understanding of its performance and benefits. The primary physicalPhysicalpropertiesPhysical properties discussed include densityDensity, waterWater absorptionabsorptionAbsorption, water desorptionDesorption, shapeShapeand textureTexture of the aggregatesAggregates used for self curingCuringagentsAgents. LightweightLightweightaggregates (LWAsLightweight Aggregate (LWA)) exhibit a lower density compared to conventionalConventionalaggregateConventional aggregate due to the presence ofWater-retaining agents water-retaining agents. ShrinkageShrinkage is an essential parameter of self cured concreteConcrete. Self cured concrete exhibits lower autogeneous and drying shrinkageDrying shrinkage compared to traditional concrete, as the internalInternal curing process helps maintain moistureMoisture levels, reducing the potential forShrinkage-induced crackingshrinkage-induced crackingCracking. Additionally, self cured concrete shows reduced shrinkage and cracking due to the continuousContinuoussupplySupply of internal curing water, which mitigatesMitigatethe effectsEffect of drying concrete. The improved microstructureMicrostructureenhances the ITZInterfacial transition zone (ITZ) between the cementCementpastePaste and aggregates, reducing porosityPorosity and increasing overall strengthStrengthand durabilityDurability.