Effects of Processing on Fiber Distribution and Mechanical Performance of Engineered Cementitious Composites (ECC)

Abstract:

Engineered cementitious composites (ECC) are characterized by strain hardening and tight crack width control. Good fiber distribution can maximize fiber contribution. Processing can substantially influence fiber distribution, and consequently influence mechanical performance. Combined with the latest research results, this review summarizes the results of several studies in which the influence of processing on fiber distribution and mechanical performance was investigated. Based on the reviewed methods it is argued that the processing technique of producing ECC can improve fiber distribution.

• Periodical: Advanced Materials Research (Volume 709)
• Pages: 122-126
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.709.122
• Online since: June 2013
• Authors: Heng Mao Niu, Yong Ming Xing, Yan Ru Zhao
• Keywords: Engineered Cementitious Composites, Fiber Distribution, Processing, Strain-Hardening

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