A review on the use of Nanoindentation technique in characterizing cement-based materials

In this paper an attempt has been made to provide an overview on the use of nanoindentation technique in characterizing cement-based materials. The basic principle of nanoindentation is described. The mathematical formulation to determine the mechanical properties fro nanoindentation is vividly disc...

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Main Authors: Barbhuiya, Salim, Nikraz, Hamid
Other Authors: K Chennakesavulu
Format: Conference Paper
Published: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers ( IEEE ) 2013
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/27476
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Summary:In this paper an attempt has been made to provide an overview on the use of nanoindentation technique in characterizing cement-based materials. The basic principle of nanoindentation is described. The mathematical formulation to determine the mechanical properties fro nanoindentation is vividly discussed. A discussion is also made on the nano-mechanical properties of different phases in cement paste. Finally, the challenges in using the nanoindentation technique in characterizing cement-based materials are highlighted.