Application of super absorbent polymers (SAP) in concrete construction—update of RILEM state-of-the-art report

Abstract Superabsorbent polymers (SAP) are a new, promising class of chemical admixtures which offer new possibilities in respect influencing the properties cement-based materials fresh, hardening, and hardened states. Much research work has been done last two decades to set stage for introducing this truly multipurpose agent into practice construction. In particular, three RILEM Technical Committees: 196-ICC, 225-SAP 260-RSC contributed considerably related progress by coordinating combining efforts international experts field. The major product TC was State-of-the-Art Report published 2012. This comprehensive document covered all topics relevant application SAP as concrete admixture. Since then further important made understanding working mechanisms effects SAP-addition on various properties. article at hand presents an update state-of-the-art is concluding delivered 260-RSC.