Synergistic effects of secondary CO₂ mixing and different water reducing agents on mortar properties

Key Points

• Enhanced mechanical performance in mortar is achieved through synergistic effects of CO₂ mixing and water reducing agents, implying improved durability.
• The study shows an increase in compressive strength by up to 25% when CO₂ mixing is applied alongside specific water reducing agents.
• Observational analysis of mortar samples evaluated the interactions of different water reducing agents with CO₂ mixing to identify effective combinations.
• Findings suggest that optimizing water reducing agent usage with CO₂ incorporation can improve construction efficiency and material sustainability.