Introduction to scanning electron microscopy (SEM) of cement and concrete

This book, currently in preparation, will describe the application of scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray microanalysis (EDX) to cement and concrete, including:

• basics of SEM, EDX/WDX and image analysis
• choosing equipment: what is necessary, what is desirable and what are just luxuries?
• specimen preparation: fracture surfaces and polished sections
• examination of clinker and cement: how to do it and what information can be obtained
• examination of concrete: how to do it and what information can be obtained, including: estimation of water-cement ratios; measurement of mix proportions; cement type determination; quantitative X-ray microanalysis and hydrate characterisation; identification of deleterious processes

The author, Nick Winter, worked for a major cement manufacturer for eight years, where he worked mainly on scannning electron microscopy. For the last twenty years, he has been a director of WHD Microanalysis Consultants Ltd., a small independent company specialising in SEM and optical microscopy of cementitious materials. Nick is no stranger to running an SEM on a small budget, and this book tells you how to make the most of your money in purchasing equipment and how to make the most of the equipment once you have got it.

The book will be of interest to anyone applying SEM to cementitious materials or setting up an electron microscope laboratory.

The cost will be approximately 50 UK pounds.

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