Heavy Optical Glass in Concrete for Radiation Protection

• DOI: 10.1007/s10717-014-9576-3
• Publication Date: 2014-01-13T18:37:53Z
• Authors: V. S. Dem’yanova; D. V. Kalashnikov
• Keywords: 02 engineering and technology; 0210 nano-technology

A new-generation, high-strength, ultra-heavy, reactive-powder concrete for radiation protection is proposed. This superconcrete is obtained by making total use of TF-10 silicate-lead glass cullet as fine and coarse fillers introduced in dry form into the concrete mix.