Magnetic Nanoparticle Constructs for in situ Repair of Critical Cementitious Infrastructure

Key Points

• This study aims to develop magnetic nanoparticle constructs to efficiently repair degraded cement barriers in critical infrastructure.
• Synthesis of magnetic nanoparticle constructs
• Testing for efficacy in repairing cementitious materials
• Assessment of radionuclide containment capacity
• Magnetic nanoparticle constructs significantly enhanced the repair of cracks in cement barriers
• Improved radionuclide containment was observed with treated samples
• Constructs showed promise for long-term durability in hazardous environments