The Effect of Nano Materials on Self Compacting Concrete – A Review

Abstract

One of the potential ideas that has lately attracted attention is the use of nanoparticles in concrete. Various programmes have evolved over time to enhance the durability of concrete. Although most uses of nanomaterials to improve concrete qualities are restricted to laboratory experiments, additional commercial applications are envisaged in the future years. Many types of nanoparticles that are already employed in concrete and their impact on durability were investigated in this study. Nano-silica was discovered to be the most widely employed nanomaterial in concrete. Furthermore, nanoparticles in all existing forms greatly increase concrete durability when compared to other approaches employed prior to the introduction of nanomaterials in concrete. Other nanomaterials, such as nano titanium oxide and nano aluminum oxide, are becoming more popular. However, the use of nanoparticles in concrete has various drawbacks, including high cost, production method, and toxicity. Further study and application of nanoparticles to improve concrete qualities is predicted to result in the creation of low-cost and simple-to-use nanomaterials. Furthermore, the usage of nanoparticles has the potential to increase present durability attributes.