@article{GalanBaldermannKusterleetal., author = {Galan, Isabel and Baldermann, Andre and Kusterle, Wolfgang and Dietzel, Martin and Mittermayr, Florian}, title = {Durability of shotcrete for underground support}, series = {Construction and building materials}, volume = {202}, journal = {Construction and building materials}, number = {March}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2018.12.151}, pages = {465 -- 493}, abstract = {Shotcrete is often used for the construction and stabilization of tunnels and other underground structures, where it is susceptible to different forms of physical and chemical attacks affecting its durability. An advanced understanding of the factors that limit the durability of shotcrete is crucial to develop tailored strategies for enhancing its service life. The main focus of this contribution is to shed light on the durability of shotcrete by revising the literature, highlighting what is missing and needs to be addressed, assessing how the knowledge about concrete durability can be transferred to shotcrete, and providing recommendations for durable shotcrete structures. (C) 2018 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.}, language = {en} } @article{SteindlSakoparnigBriendletal., author = {Steindl, Florian Roman and Sakoparnig, Marlene and Briendl, Lukas G. and Thumann, Maria and Galan, Isabel and Juhart, Joachim and R{\"o}ck, Rudolf and Saxer, Andreas and Mittermayr, Florian and Kusterle, Wolfgang}, title = {ASSpC - Vier Jahre Forschung f{\"u}r dauerhaften Spritzbeton}, series = {Bautechnik}, journal = {Bautechnik}, publisher = {Wilhelm Ernst \& Sohn}, address = {Berlin}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{SteindlMittermayrThumannetal., author = {Steindl, F. and Mittermayr, Florian and Thumann, Maria and Juhart, Joachim and Galan Garcia, Isabel and Baldermann, Andre and Briendl, Lukas G. and Sakoparnig, Marlene and R{\"o}ck, Rudolf and Kusterle, Wolfgang}, title = {Sulfate resistance of dry mix shotcretes with new binder composition}, series = {ICCC 2019: 15th International Congress on the Chemistry of Cement, 16.-20.09.2019, Prague, Czech Republik}, booktitle = {ICCC 2019: 15th International Congress on the Chemistry of Cement, 16.-20.09.2019, Prague, Czech Republik}, pages = {3527 -- 3872}, abstract = {Improved understanding of the mechanisms underlying deleterious chemical attacks is necessary to better predict the long-term performance and durability of shotcrete in aggressive environments. In the scope of the research project "ASSpC - Advanced and Sustainable Sprayed Concrete", new durable and sustainable shotcretes and new test methods are developed. In order to increase shotcrete durability, the spray cement (specified in Austrian Guideline "Sprayed concrete") used is substituted with supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs). However, in the past SCMs have seen only limited use in the application of dry-mix shotcrete. This contribution presents 6 new mix designs intended to be used for dry-mix shotcrete, each with varying amounts and types of SCMs, and compares their performance and sprayability with a commercially available spray cement. As sulfate attack is one of the major threats to shotcrete (e.g. in tunnelling), the resistance of the new mixes against sulfate attack is tested using a modified version of the Swiss sulfate test according to SIA 262/1:2013. This approach provides new insights into damaging mechanisms of dry mix shotcrete in sulfate-loaded environments}, language = {en} } @article{SakoparnigGalanSteindletal., author = {Sakoparnig, Marlene and Galan, Isabel and Steindl, Florian Roman and Kusterle, Wolfgang and Juhart, Joachim and Grengg, Cyrill and Briendl, Lukas G. and Saxer, Andreas and Thumann, Maria and Mittermayr, Florian}, title = {Durability of clinker reduced shotcrete: Ca2+ leaching, sintering, carbonation and chloride penetration}, series = {Materials and structures}, volume = {54}, journal = {Materials and structures}, publisher = {Springer Nature}, doi = {10.1617/s11527-021-01644-7}, pages = {1 -- 23}, abstract = {The reduction of clinker use is mandatory to lower the negative environmental impact of concrete. In shotcrete mixes, similarly to the case of conventional concrete, the use of supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) and proper mix design allow for the substitution of clinker without compromising the mechanical properties. However, the impact of the substitution on the durability of shotcrete needs to be further assessed and understood. The results from the present study, obtained from real-scale sprayed concrete applications, show a reduction of the Ca2+ leaching and sintering potential of clinker-reduced shotcrete mixes due to the presence of SCMs. This positive effect, crucial for low maintenance costs of tunnels, is mainly related to a reduced portlandite content, which on the other hand negatively affects the carbonation resistance of shotcrete. Additionally, the hydration of SCMs positively influences the chloride penetration resistance presumably due to a combination of microstructural changes and changes in the chloride binding capacity. Differences found in the pore size distribution of the various mixes have low impact on the determined durability parameters, in particular compared to the effect of inhomogeneities produced during shotcrete application.}, language = {en} } @article{SteindlGalanBaldermannetal., author = {Steindl, Florian Roman and Galan, Isabel and Baldermann, Andre and Sakoparnig, Marlene and Briendl, Lukas G. and Juhart, Joachim and Thumann, Maria and Dietzel, Martin and R{\"o}ck, Rudolf and Kusterle, Wolfgang and Mittermayr, Florian}, title = {Sulfate durability and leaching behaviour of dry- and wet-mix shotcrete mixes}, series = {Cement and Concrete Research}, volume = {137}, journal = {Cement and Concrete Research}, number = {November}, publisher = {Elsevier}, doi = {10.1016/j.cemconres.2020.106180}, pages = {1 -- 19}, abstract = {Shotcrete is a material frequently used in underground constructions such as tunnels, where Ca leaching and sulfate attack are important durability issues. In this study, two test methods were employed to investigate the sulfate resistance and leaching behaviour of dry- and wet-mix shotcretes in sulfate solutions on a time-resolved basis. Tests on powdered samples showed the dissolution of AFm, portlandite and C-A-S-H, subsequently followed by the precipitation of calcite and ettringite. The extent of sulfate expansion of drill cores corresponded to the chemical response of the powder materials, particularly on the reactivity of Ca- and Al-containing hydrated cement phases. The use of high-purity metakaolin (7-10 wt\%) in the shotcrete binder significantly decreased the sulfate durability, while high amounts of other SCMs such as blast-furnace slag and silica fume (> 20 wt\%) had a positive effect on the durability of shotcrete.}, language = {en} } @article{GalanBriendlThumannetal., author = {Galan, Isabel and Briendl, Lukas G. and Thumann, Maria and Steindl, Florian and Roeck, Rudolf and Kusterle, Wolfgang and Mittermayr, Florian}, title = {Filler Effect in Shotcrete}, series = {Materials}, volume = {12}, journal = {Materials}, number = {19}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, doi = {10.3390/ma12193221}, pages = {1 -- 24}, abstract = {The effects of fine limestone powder on the early hydration of cementitious systems accelerated by means of alkali-free aluminum sulfate based products, commonly used for shotcrete applications, were investigated in the course of laboratory and real scale tests. In binary (CEM I + limestone) and ternary (CEM I + limestone + slag) systems the addition of fine limestone led to an enhancement of the hydration degree and strength development at early times (<24 h). The formation of ettringite, aluminate hydrates, and C-S-H is affected by the joint action of the setting accelerator and the fine limestone. Accelerator and limestone, in combination with the cement, can be optimized to enhance ettringite and silicate reaction, in some cases coupled with aluminate reaction inhibition, to produce mixes suitable for sprayed concrete applications. Such optimization can help to reduce the cement content in the mixes without compromising the early strength development of the shotcrete.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{MittermayrGalanSaadeetal.2019, author = {Mittermayr, Florian and Galan, Isabel and Saade, Marcella Ruschi Mendes and Saxer, Andreas and Kusterle, Wolfgang}, title = {"ASSpC" Shotcrete research for the needs of tomorrow}, series = {ICCC 2019: 15th International Congress on the Chemistry of Cement, ICCC 2019, 16.-20.09.2019, Prague, Czech Republik}, booktitle = {ICCC 2019: 15th International Congress on the Chemistry of Cement, ICCC 2019, 16.-20.09.2019, Prague, Czech Republik}, pages = {3518 -- 3872}, year = {2019}, abstract = {Shotcrete or sprayed concrete in tunneling in connection with the "New Austrian Tunneling Method" has been developed over the last decades to reach a high quality standard. However, at present the development of new shotcrete mixes is required to fulfill durability and stainability requirements, i.e. for superior performance in aggressive environments and reduction of maintenance costs. In the course of the project ASSpC ("Advanced and sustainable sprayed concrete") the research team focuses on producing and testing new and innovative shotcrete mixes using local and environmentally friendly raw materials. Sustainable and durable shotcrete with optimized mechanical and physical properties and improved chemical resistance is developed. This paper outlines the motivation for the project, gives an overview of the project structure and introduces key reaction mechanisms and environmental controls causing damage of shotcrete in tunnels.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{SakoparnigGalanBaldermanetal., author = {Sakoparnig, Marlene and Galan, Isabel and Balderman, Andre and Steindl, Florian and Dietzel, Martin and Thumann, Maria and Saxer, Andreas and Kusterle, Wolfgang and Mittermayr, Florian}, title = {Experimental Ca leaching of shotcrete \& secondary precipitation}, series = {ICCC 2019: 15th International Congress on the Chemistry of Cement, ICCC 2019, 16.-20.09.2019, Prague, Czech Republik}, booktitle = {ICCC 2019: 15th International Congress on the Chemistry of Cement, ICCC 2019, 16.-20.09.2019, Prague, Czech Republik}, pages = {3488 -- 3495}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{BriendlGalanSteindletal., author = {Briendl, Lukas G. and Galan, Isabel and Steindl, Florian and R{\"o}ck, Rudolf and Thumann, Maria and Juhart, Joachim and Baldermann, Andre and Mittermayr, Florian and Kusterle, Wolfgang}, title = {Hydration processes of accelerated cementitious systems governing early strength development}, series = {ICCC 2019: 15th International Congress on Chemistry of Cement, 16.-20.09.2019, Prague, Czech Republik}, booktitle = {ICCC 2019: 15th International Congress on Chemistry of Cement, 16.-20.09.2019, Prague, Czech Republik}, pages = {714 -- 724}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{JuhartBriendlRoecketal., author = {Juhart, Joachim and Briendl, Lukas G. and R{\"o}ck, Rudolf and Galan, Isabel and Thumann, Maria and Mittermayr, Florian and Kusterle, Wolfgang}, title = {Performance optimization of shotcrete by combined fillers}, series = {ICCC 2019: 15th International Congress on the Chemistry of Cement, ICCC 2019, 16.-20.09.2019, Prague, Czech Republik}, booktitle = {ICCC 2019: 15th International Congress on the Chemistry of Cement, ICCC 2019, 16.-20.09.2019, Prague, Czech Republik}, pages = {1387 -- 3872}, language = {en} }