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Antimicrobial concrete for smart and durable infrastructures: A review
Liangsheng Qiu1, Sufen Dong2, Ashraf Ashour3
1School of Civil Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024 China.
Construction and Building Materials
|September 9, 2020
Summary
Antimicrobial concrete additives can prevent microbial deterioration in humid environments like sewer systems. This review covers antimicrobial concrete properties, applications, and future research directions.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Civil Engineering
- Microbiology
Background:
- Concrete structures in humid environments face microbial attachment and deterioration.
- Antimicrobial agents can enhance concrete's resistance to microbial attack.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review antimicrobial concrete fabricated with various agents.
- To summarize properties, applications, and future challenges of antimicrobial concrete.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on antimicrobial concrete.
- Classification and application methods of antimicrobial agents in concrete.
- Summary of antimicrobial, mechanical, and durability properties.
Main Results:
- Various inorganic and organic antimicrobial agents can be incorporated into concrete.
- Antimicrobial concrete exhibits improved resistance to microbial colonization and deterioration.
- Properties like mechanical strength and mass loss are affected by antimicrobial additives.
Conclusions:
- Antimicrobial concrete offers a viable solution for extending the service life of structures in humid environments.
- Further research is needed to optimize agent selection, application methods, and long-term performance.
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