Nanotechnology-assisted concrete: Oncoming material in cement industry

Nanotechnology as a new field of material research has many applications in industry. Various nanomaterials e.g. carbon nanotubes, silica, metal oxides etc. can be used for reinforcement of different matrices. This paper reports the state of the art of nanotechnology in concrete. Recent progress in nano-engineering and nanomodification of cement-based materials is presented. An insight for new researches and applications in this area is provided as well.

Keywords:

– Cement , Concrete , Crack , Nanomaterial