Application of nanomaterials to construction
The applications of nanotechnology in construction are varied: improvement of the mechanical properties, obtaining repellent surfaces to the water, self-cleaning, self-repairable, decontaminants, biocides or improving behaviour against fire.
In particular, three lines of work have been started in the Lab:
- Nanotechnology for the conservation of patrimonial materials and architectural elements predominant in façades.
- Incorporation of nanometric additions in mortars and concrete to improve their durability and mechanical properties.
- Application of cellulose and crystalline nanocellulose microfibres.
- Addition of nanometric particles in polymeric matrices for the improvement of the reaction to fire.
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