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Ternary blended cement represents a promising option for effectively reducing CO2 emissions caused by cement production. This study examines the hydration kinetics of ternary cement containing ultrafine steel slag (USS) and blast-furnace slag (BFS) at elevated temperatures. The results reveal that high-temperature curing significantly accelerates the hydration kinetics of the ternary cement. The governing mechanism of the hydration reaction evolves with increasing temperature. The hydration rate at 60 degrees C experiences a notable acceleration, accompanied by a decrease in the induction period and an enhancement alumina reaction, transitioning the hydration kinetics from NG-*I-*D to NG-*D. The low reactivity and inert components of USS lead to the tendency of forming a relatively loose microstructure of hardened paste. In contrast, the flocculent C(-A)-S-H gel formed after incorporating BFS contributes to a denser and more uniform microstructure, owing to the synergistic hydration effect between USS and BFS. Moreover, increasing the temperature promotes the hydration reactions of f-CaO and f-MgO, thereby enhancing the apparent density of the reaction products and reducing the risk caused by volume instability. The findings address a key limitation of SS-based binders and emphasizes the potential of USS-BFS ternary cement as a sustainable alternative with reduced environmental impact.
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CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
ISSN: 0950-0618
Year: 2025
Volume: 471
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JCR@2023
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