Study on the Effect of Polyurethane Emulsion on the Volume Stability of Alkali-Slag-Fly Ash Based Geopolymer
The volumetric stability changes of different dosages of polyurethane emulsion alkali-slag-fly ash base polymers ( AAFS) are investigated and the improving mechanism of their volumetric stability is revealed. The research shows that when the PU dosage is between 3% and 7%, it prolongs the initial and final setting time of AAFS and reduces the flowability of the slurry. The addition of polyurethane reduces the generation of hydration products in AAFS, resulting in a decrease in the compressive strength of mortar. The 28-day compressive strength ranges from 38 to 45 MPa, and the 28-day flexural strength ranges from 6. 5 to 7. 7 MPa, with an increase in the flexural-to-compressive strength ratio by 14. 8% to 22. 3%, indicating a significant improvement in toughness. The interaction between polyurethane and AAFS improves the volumetric changes of AAFS, with a shrinkage rate of 9. 7% to 28. 4% at 56 days, showing a significant decrease. Under the same conditions, the cracking resistance of AAFS modified by PU is significantly improved.