Science and Technology of Concrete

This book contains fundamental concepts of concrete technology, including microstructure, rheology, durability, high performance concrete, non-destructive testing, special concrete, nanotechnology in cement and concrete science, and bio-mineralization in concrete and supplementary cementitious materials in concrete. The book provides promising new research and up-to-date information that can result in improved mechanical properties, volume change properties, durability, and sustainability, and also provides a unique base for scientists, engineers and practitioners to help set the future direction of the use of recent advances in concrete science.