Search for dissertations about: "self-healing"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 40 swedish dissertations containing the word self-healing.

  2. 1. Self-Healing Concrete

    Author : Magdalena Rajczakowska; Andrzej Cwirzen; Karin Habermehl-Cwirzen; Hans Hedlund; Erik Schlangen; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; cementitious materials; self-healing; exposure; fly ash; calcite; C-S-H; cracking; Byggmaterial; Building Materials;

    Abstract : Concrete is a brittle material prone to cracking due to its low tensile strength. Crack repairs are not only expensive and time-consuming but also increase the carbon footprint. Designing a novel concrete material possessing the ability to self-repair cracks would enhance its sustainability. READ MORE

  4. 2. Investigation on the self-healing capabilties of asphaltic materials using neutron imaging

    Author : Adrian Markari; Nicole Kringos; Anders Kaestner; Romain Balieu; Lily Poulikakos; KTH; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Self-healing; bituminous materials; neutron imaging; sample size effect; reconstruction; image processing; volumetric analysis; Structural Engineering and Bridges; Bro- och stålbyggnad;

    Abstract : Bitumen acts as a binding agent in asphalt mixtures where it binds the aggregates together. It is known for its potential to heal small cracks and recover its mechanical properties under the right conditions. Though this self-healing property is known, there is currently a lack of knowledge about the mechanisms that drive the process. READ MORE

  5. 3. Biomaterials for Promoting Self-Healing of Bone Tissue

    Author : Sonya Piskounova; Jöns Hilborn; Tim Bowden; Simon Cool; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Osseointegration; implant coating; hyaluronan hydrogel; bone morphogenetic protein-2; hydroxyapatite; bone; delivery system; injectable; mixing; radioactive labeling; Kemi med inriktning mot polymerkemi; Chemistry with specialization in Polymer Chemistry;

    Abstract : The present work addresses poor bone/implant integration and severe bone defects. In both conditions external stimuli is required for new bone to form. READ MORE

  6. 4. Towards a sustainable road infrastructure in an age of digitization: opportunities and challenges

    Author : Zhuhuan Liu; Nicole Kringos; Romain Balieu; Aikaterini (Katerina) Varveri; KTH; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Sustainable infrastructure; Pavement Maintenance; Optimization; Neutron tomography; Self-healing; Hållbar infrastruktur; Vägunderhåll; Optimering; Neutronavbildning; Självläkning; Structural Engineering and Bridges; Bro- och stålbyggnad;

    Abstract : Pavement system plays an indispensable role in the socio-economic and sustainable development of every modern society. Yet, pavement construction and maintenance is also responsible for a significant fraction of the GHG emissions from the whole transport sector. READ MORE

  7. 5. Synergies in Biolubrication

    Author : Akanksha Raj; Andra Dedinaite; Imre Varga; KTH; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Biolubrication; Synergies; Adsorption; Surface Force; Friction; Load Bearing Capacity; Self Healing; Phospholipids; DPPC; Hyaluronan; COMP; Lubricin; QCM-D; AFM; XRR.; Kemi; Chemistry;

    Abstract : The objective of this thesis was to advance understanding in the field of biolubrication, finding inspiration from the human synovial joints. This was addressed by investigating the association of key biolubricants and the resulting lubrication performance. READ MORE