Translucent concrete
Translucent concreteIt is a special concrete material, and its surface has good light transmittance. Compared with traditional concrete materials, transparent concrete has better environmental protection and sustainability, so it has received more and more attention and application.
The principle of light transmission
Translucent concreteThe principle of light transmissionIt is mainly to use the microscopic pore structure on its surface, so that sunlight can enter the indoor or underground space through the surface of the concrete, so as to achieve the purpose of lighting and energy saving. This microscopic pore structure is added by adding it during the concrete manufacturing processTranslucent particlesorHollow particlesand other special materials. These materials can form a cement-like structure in concrete, thus ensuring the transparency of concreteIntensitywithDurability.
Manufacturing process steps
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First of allRaw materials required for the preparation of concrete, including:Cement, sand, gravelwithTranslucent particlesWait. These raw materials need to be treated with treatments such as screening and cleaning to ensure the quality of the concrete.
And thenMix these raw materials together in a concrete mixer, adding the right amountwaterwithConcrete admixture, mixing and preparing concrete.
FinallySpecial materials such as translucent particles are added to the concrete. These materials need to be evenly distributed in the concrete and combined with the cement colloids to form oneMicroscopic pore structure。The concrete is then poured into the mould and carried outCompactionwithMaintenanceand so on, so that it gradually solidifies into translucent concrete.
Fields of application
Translucent concrete has a wide range ofFields of application, for exampleLighting of the buildingBasement lightingSidewalks and pavement, landscaping, etc. These applications can not only improve the lighting effect, but also improve the utilization of space, reduce energy consumption and environmental pollution.
Design performance
In addition to this, translucent concrete also has a strongDesign performanceThe light transmittance and other performance indicators can be adjusted according to different application scenarios and design requirements, such as:Strength, durabilitywithWater resistanceWait. This brings more innovation and possibilities to architecture and urban design.
Practical application
InPractical applicationThere are some problems that need to be paid attention to in transparent concrete. First of all, the particle size and distribution of translucent concrete need to be controlled within a certain range to ensure the balance of its translucent performance and mechanical properties. The second is that translucent concrete requires special maintenance and upkeep, for exampleClean regularlywithCoating protectionetc., in order to prolong its service life and maintain its light transmittance.
Application prospects
Overall, translucent concrete is a type of concrete that has a very strongApplication prospectsofNew materialsIt has a wide range of applications in architecture and urban design. PassedControlManufacturing processwithOptimize design performance, translucent concrete can better meet different application scenarios and needs.