Synergistic enhancement of microwave curing for concrete using carbonated steel slag aggregates and nano-Fe3O4 magnetic fluid

Key Points

• Concrete curing efficiency significantly improves with carbonated steel slag aggregates and nano-Fe3O4 magnetic fluid, indicating a robust enhancement.
• The study shows an increase in compressive strength by approximately 30% when using the novel curing technique with the additives.
• Applied microwave curing combined with carbonated aggregates leads to superior thermal conductivity and mechanical properties in concrete.
• Potential for practical applications in construction, highlighting the need for further investigation into real-world effectiveness.