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Molecular Dynamics Study on Cement–Graphene Nanocomposite

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Molecular Simulation on Cement-Based Materials

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Nanotechnology has been utilized to improve the properties of the cement-based material. In previous chapters, the nanoscience of the cement hydrate has been investigated by means of molecular simulation. It provides valuable insights on the molecular structure, dynamics, and mechanical properties of cement hydrate at the nanoscale.

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Hou, D. (2020). Molecular Dynamics Study on Cement–Graphene Nanocomposite. In: Molecular Simulation on Cement-Based Materials. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-8711-1_7

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