Influence of the Self Crosslinkable Polymers on the Properties of the Macro Defect Free (MDF) Cements

Authors

  • S. Patachia Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • G. Moise Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • M.H. Ozkul Technical University of Istanbul, Turkey
  • O. Ekincioglu Technical University of Istanbul, Turkey

Keywords:

macro-defect-free (MDF), cement, self-crosslinkable polymer, poly(vinyl alcohol), water sensitivity

Abstract

Macro-defect-free (MDF) cements are cement-polymer composites characterised by high tensile and flexural strength but serious durability problems were observed when these composite materials are in contact with water. In order to improve the water resistance, MDF cements were produced by addition of two types of self crosslinkable polymers. The aim of this study is to characterize the obtained MDF cements, by using contact angle measurements, FTIR spectroscopy and to correlate the results with the mechanical properties of the MDF cements in initial state and after their storage in water.

Author Biographies

S. Patachia, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Centre “Product Design for Sustainable Development”

G. Moise, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania


Centre “Product Design for Sustainable Development”

M.H. Ozkul, Technical University of Istanbul, Turkey

Civil Engineering Dept.

O. Ekincioglu, Technical University of Istanbul, Turkey

Civil Engineering Dept.

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Published

2010-01-05

Issue

Vol. 2(51)(2009)

Section

MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING