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Development of methods based on “Inertial Microfluidics” to separate inorganic particles on the basis of their sizes
January 31, 2016This research describes the use of Intertial Microfluidics to separate particles on the basis of their sizes. The work is being…
Read MoreDensity Functional Theory (DFT) based calculations to optimize reactivity of clinker phases
January 31, 2016The research applies density functional theory (DFT), to understand the role of defects on the structure and reactivity of complex oxides,…
Read MoreNovel methods to quantify dissolution rates of construction materials
January 31, 2016The research describes the first application of vertical scanning interferometry (VSI) as a means to quantify the dissolution dynamics of cement…
Read MoreNajm, Majdi Abou, Julie Jesiek, Rabi H. Mohtar, Pietro Lura, and Gaurav Sant. “Assessing the role of the pore solution concentration on horizontal deformations in an unsaturated soil specimen during drying.” Geoderma 187 (2012): 31-40.
January 31, 2016Najm, Majdi Abou, Julie Jesiek, Rabi H. Mohtar, Pietro Lura, and Gaurav Sant. “Assessing the role of the pore solution concentration…
Read MoreSant, Gaurav, Aditya Kumar, Cedric Patapy, Gwenn Le Saout, and Karen Scrivener. “The influence of sodium and potassium hydroxide on volume changes in cementitious materials.” Cement and Concrete Research 42, no. 11 (2012): 1447-1455.
January 31, 2016Sant, Gaurav, Aditya Kumar, Cedric Patapy, Gwenn Le Saout, and Karen Scrivener. “The influence of sodium and potassium hydroxide on volume…
Read MoreKumar, Aditya, Gaurav Sant, Cedric Patapy, Caterina Gianocca, and Karen L. Scrivener. “The influence of sodium and potassium hydroxide on alite hydration: Experiments and simulations.” Cement and Concrete Research 42, no. 11 (2012): 1513-1523.
January 31, 2016Kumar, Aditya, Gaurav Sant, Cedric Patapy, Caterina Gianocca, and Karen L. Scrivener. “The influence of sodium and potassium hydroxide on alite…
Read MoreSant, Gaurav, and Narayanan Neithalath. “Compositions comprising phase change material and concrete and uses thereof.” U.S. Patent Application 14/378,957, filed February 15, 2013.
January 31, 2016Sant, Gaurav, and Narayanan Neithalath. “Compositions comprising phase change material and concrete and uses thereof.” U.S. Patent Application 14/378,957, filed February…
Read MoreBalonis-Sant, Magdalena, Ioanna Kakoulli, Xiao Ma, Zhaoying Yao, Benjamin Wu, and Gaurav Sant. “Preliminary results on biomimetic methods based on soluble ammonium phosphate precursors for the consolidation of archaelogical wall paintings.” In ABSTRACTS OF PAPERS OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY, vol. 245. 1155 16TH ST, NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036 USA: AMER CHEMICAL SOC, 2013.
January 31, 2016Balonis-Sant, Magdalena, Ioanna Kakoulli, Xiao Ma, Zhaoying Yao, Benjamin Wu, and Gaurav Sant. “Preliminary results on biomimetic methods based on soluble…
Read MoreSant, Gaurav, Magdalena Balonis-Sant, and Kimberly E. Kurtis. “Corrosion inhibiting cementitious compositions.” U.S. Patent Application 14/399,499, filed May 6, 2013.
January 31, 2016Sant, Gaurav, Magdalena Balonis-Sant, and Kimberly E. Kurtis. “Corrosion inhibiting cementitious compositions.” U.S. Patent Application 14/399,499, filed May 6, 2013.
Read MoreVance, Kirk, Matthew Aguayo, Tandre Oey, Gaurav Sant, and Narayanan Neithalath. “Hydration and strength development in ternary Portland cement blends containing limestone and fly ash or metakaolin.” Cement and Concrete Composites 39 (2013): 93-103.
January 31, 2016Vance, Kirk, Matthew Aguayo, Tandre Oey, Gaurav Sant, and Narayanan Neithalath. “Hydration and strength development in ternary Portland cement blends containing…
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