Review of the Properties of Cement-Based Composites with Carbon-Based Nanomaterials for Potential Functional Applications
- 1Department of Structural Engineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Silesian University of Technology, 44-100 Gliwice, Poland
- 2Department of Civil Engineering, Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala 147004, Punjab, India
Abstract
The inclusion of carbon nanomaterials in cement-based materials influences a variety of properties, ranging from basic properties to electrical conductivity, which allows for the creation of functional materials. These materials can be utilized as sensors of strain and cracks, as well as to generate heat and harvest electricity. Through the combination of standard applications of construction materials and added functionality, it is possible to create modern construction materials combining higher durability and strength with additional functionality. The enhanced durability of functional cementitious nanocomposites can reduce the need for retrofitting and decrease resource consumption. Together with the increased safety offered by their functional applications, these characteristics make them well aligned with the growing demand for environmentally sustainable construction materials. The presented paper describes the application of various carbon nanomaterials in cement-based composites. Current research directions concerning the influence of the carbon nanomaterial addition on the most important properties of cement pastes, mortars and concretes have been described, along with a critical analysis of the acquired results and further recommendations. Furthermore, recent progress in the development of functional cement-based nanocomposites has also been reviewed.
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BibTeX
@article{goldmann2026review,
title = {{Review of the Properties of Cement-Based Composites with Carbon-Based Nanomaterials for Potential Functional Applications}},
author = {Eryk Goldmann and Marcin Górski and Barbara Klemczak and Rafat Siddique},
journal = {Materials},
year = {2026},
month = jun,
doi = {10.3390/ma19112403},
url = {https://doi.org/10.3390/ma19112403},
note = {CC BY},
}
RIS
TY - JOUR
TI - Review of the Properties of Cement-Based Composites with Carbon-Based Nanomaterials for Potential Functional Applications
AU - Eryk Goldmann
AU - Marcin Górski
AU - Barbara Klemczak
AU - Rafat Siddique
PY - 2026
DA - 2026/06/04
JO - Materials
DO - 10.3390/ma19112403
UR - https://doi.org/10.3390/ma19112403
AB - The inclusion of carbon nanomaterials in cement-based materials influences a variety of properties, ranging from basic properties to electrical conductivity, which allows for the creation of functional materials. These materials can be utilized as sensors of strain and cracks, as well as to generate heat and harvest electricity. Through the combination of standard applications of construction materials and added functionality, it is possible to create modern construction materials combining higher durability and strength with additional functionality. The enhanced durability of functional cementitious nanocomposites can reduce the need for retrofitting and decrease resource consumption. Together with the increased safety offered by their functional applications, these characteristics make them well aligned with the growing demand for environmentally sustainable construction materials. The presented paper describes the application of various carbon nanomaterials in cement-based composites. Current research directions concerning the influence of the carbon nanomaterial addition on the most important properties of cement pastes, mortars and concretes have been described, along with a critical analysis of the acquired results and further recommendations. Furthermore, recent progress in the development of functional cement-based nanocomposites has also been reviewed.
SN - 1996-1944
ER -