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View article: Spectroanalytical approach for analysis of archaeological objects related to personal adornment from Teruel Museum
Spectroanalytical approach for analysis of archaeological objects related to personal adornment from Teruel Museum Open
View article: A multi-method approach in the physical and mechanical assessment of lava rocks with distinct microstructure
A multi-method approach in the physical and mechanical assessment of lava rocks with distinct microstructure Open
View article: Evaluation of Environmental Conditions Inside a Museum Without Microclimate Control and Their Implications for the Preventive Conservation of its Collections
Evaluation of Environmental Conditions Inside a Museum Without Microclimate Control and Their Implications for the Preventive Conservation of its Collections Open
View article: Microstructural modifications of lime-based mortars induced by ceramics and nanoparticle additives
Microstructural modifications of lime-based mortars induced by ceramics and nanoparticle additives Open
Lime-based mortars are one of the principal choices for building and restoration projects, owing to their unique qualities and material compatibility. Admixtures have long been incorporated to enhance the performance and durability of mort…
View article: Analytical characterisation of 1st- and 2nd-century Roman mortars at the Utica archaeological site (Tunisia): Construction phases and provenance of the raw materials
Analytical characterisation of 1st- and 2nd-century Roman mortars at the Utica archaeological site (Tunisia): Construction phases and provenance of the raw materials Open
The aim of this paper is to characterise the mortars from at the Roman site in Utica, Tunisia. In-depth knowledge of the composition of these Roman mortars is necessary to ensure the proper restoration and preservation of these ancient mon…
View article: Long-Term Effects of Nanosio2 and Nanoca(Oh)2 Addition as Pozzolanic Activators on Lime -Clay Mortars Durability: Nanoscale Assessment of Mineral Interaction Mechanisms
Long-Term Effects of Nanosio2 and Nanoca(Oh)2 Addition as Pozzolanic Activators on Lime -Clay Mortars Durability: Nanoscale Assessment of Mineral Interaction Mechanisms Open
View article: A Multi-Method Approach in the Physical and Mechanical Assessment of Lava Rocks with Distinct Microstructure
A Multi-Method Approach in the Physical and Mechanical Assessment of Lava Rocks with Distinct Microstructure Open
View article: Simultaneous desalination and consolidation treatment through the application of electrokinetic techniques
Simultaneous desalination and consolidation treatment through the application of electrokinetic techniques Open
The vast majority of building materials that are heavily affected by salts require desalination and subsequent consolidation treatments. This double intervention entails a risk associated with the loss of material due to continuous contact…
View article: Application of Inorganic Nanomaterials in Cultural Heritage Conservation, Risk of Toxicity, and Preventive Measures
Application of Inorganic Nanomaterials in Cultural Heritage Conservation, Risk of Toxicity, and Preventive Measures Open
Nanotechnology has allowed for significant progress in architectural, artistic, archaeological, or museum heritage conservation for repairing and preventing damages produced by deterioration agents (weathering, contaminants, or biological …
View article: Protective Coatings for Metals in Scientific—Technical Heritage: The Collection of the Spanish National Museum of Science and Technology (MUNCYT)
Protective Coatings for Metals in Scientific—Technical Heritage: The Collection of the Spanish National Museum of Science and Technology (MUNCYT) Open
This paper presents results on the protective properties of different coatings over metals representative of those found in scientific–technical heritage collections. An examination of several objects in the collection of the Spanish Natio…
View article: The technology of ancient lime mortars from the Żejtun Roman Villa (Malta)
The technology of ancient lime mortars from the Żejtun Roman Villa (Malta) Open
View article: Effects of paraffin additives, as phase change materials, on the behavior of a traditional lime mortar
Effects of paraffin additives, as phase change materials, on the behavior of a traditional lime mortar Open
View article: Coupling electrical resistivity methods and GIS to evaluate the effect of historic building features on wetting dynamics during wind-driven rain spells
Coupling electrical resistivity methods and GIS to evaluate the effect of historic building features on wetting dynamics during wind-driven rain spells Open
View article: The technology of ancient lime mortars from the Żejtun Roman Villa (Malta)
The technology of ancient lime mortars from the Żejtun Roman Villa (Malta) Open
Studies on original mortars can greatly assist archaeological interpretations, as elucidating the composition of such mortars gives clues on the origin of raw materials, manufacturing technology and the construction phases of a site. This …
View article: Influence of curing conditions on the mechanical and hydric performance of air-lime mortars with nano-Ca(OH)2 and nano-SiO2 additions
Influence of curing conditions on the mechanical and hydric performance of air-lime mortars with nano-Ca(OH)2 and nano-SiO2 additions Open
In search of compatible materials to speed up the strength and carbonation in lime mortars, nanoparticles show significant potential. This research explores the mechanical and physical characteristics of air lime mortars with silica sand a…
View article: Antifouling Mortars for Underwater Restoration
Antifouling Mortars for Underwater Restoration Open
This research has focused on the assessment of the compositional features and mechanical and antifouling performances of two different mortars formulated for an underwater setting, and which contain Mg(OH)2 as an antifouling agent. Regardi…
View article: Appraisal of non-destructive in situ techniques to determine moisture- and salt crystallization-induced damage in dolostones
Appraisal of non-destructive in situ techniques to determine moisture- and salt crystallization-induced damage in dolostones Open
The characterisation of both surface and subsurface pathologies (position, depth, width, …) that affects the porous materials used in building constructions, once in service, is important to establish the most suitable intervention strateg…
View article: Evolution of C–S–H in lime mortars with nanoparticles: Nanostructural analysis of afwillite growth mechanisms by HRTEM
Evolution of C–S–H in lime mortars with nanoparticles: Nanostructural analysis of afwillite growth mechanisms by HRTEM Open
This work studies the formation of calcium–silicate–hydrates (C–S–H) in lime mortars prepared with additions of nano‐Ca(OH) 2 and nano‐SiO 2 at 23.3°C. Mineral identification was carried out by X‐ray diffraction after 10, 30, 90, and 120 d…
View article: Effects of Paraffin Additives, as a Phase Change Materials, on the Behaviour of a Traditional Lime Mortar
Effects of Paraffin Additives, as a Phase Change Materials, on the Behaviour of a Traditional Lime Mortar Open
View article: Improving uniaxial compressive strength estimation of carbonate sedimentary rocks by combining minimally invasive and non-destructive techniques
Improving uniaxial compressive strength estimation of carbonate sedimentary rocks by combining minimally invasive and non-destructive techniques Open
View article: Efficacy of acid treatments used in archaeological ceramics for the removal of calcareous deposits
Efficacy of acid treatments used in archaeological ceramics for the removal of calcareous deposits Open
Calcareous deposits are one of the most common alterations that archaeological ceramics can exhibit, and they can damage their artistic and historical values. For this reason, it becomes necessary to remove these deposits. However, there i…
View article: In-situ electrochemical synthesis of inorganic compounds for materials conservation: Assessment of their effects on the porous structure
In-situ electrochemical synthesis of inorganic compounds for materials conservation: Assessment of their effects on the porous structure Open
View article: Klebsiella aerogenes and Comamonas testosteroni as bioremoval agents on graffiti-coated concrete and granite: Impact assessment through surface analysis
Klebsiella aerogenes and Comamonas testosteroni as bioremoval agents on graffiti-coated concrete and granite: Impact assessment through surface analysis Open
View article: Definition of analytical cleaning procedures for archaeological pottery from underwater environments: The case study of samples from Baia (Naples, South Italy)
Definition of analytical cleaning procedures for archaeological pottery from underwater environments: The case study of samples from Baia (Naples, South Italy) Open
View article: Effects of potassium ferrocyanide used for desalination on lime composite performances in different curing regimes
Effects of potassium ferrocyanide used for desalination on lime composite performances in different curing regimes Open
View article: Artificial microcracking of granites subjected to salt crystallization aging test
Artificial microcracking of granites subjected to salt crystallization aging test Open
View article: Electroprecipitation of Magnesium and Calcium Compounds for Weathering Protection of Ornamental Rocks
Electroprecipitation of Magnesium and Calcium Compounds for Weathering Protection of Ornamental Rocks Open
Electroprecipitation can be considered as a novel consolidation technique that can
\ncompete with commercial consolidation treatments since, it allows to reduce its
\naccessible porosity, both superficially and in-depth; increasing conside…
View article: REMOVING CALCIUM CARBONATE DEPOSITS FROM ARCHAEOLOGICAL CERAMICS. TRADITIONAL METHODS UNDER REVIEW
REMOVING CALCIUM CARBONATE DEPOSITS FROM ARCHAEOLOGICAL CERAMICS. TRADITIONAL METHODS UNDER REVIEW Open
Although insoluble salts are one of the most common alteration forms that archaeological ceramics can present, the methods for their removal have not really changed within the past forty years. Furthermore, not many studies on the topic ha…
View article: Influence of wavelength on the laser removal of lichens colonizing heritage stone-Associated dataset
Influence of wavelength on the laser removal of lichens colonizing heritage stone-Associated dataset Open
Stone samples from Alpedrete quarry front, Madrid (Spain), which were used to construct heritage buildings and monuments in the Central area of Spain, and from Valonsadero Church (Spain), presenting different types of biological crusts wer…
View article: Influence of wavelength on the laser removal of lichens colonizing heritage stone-Associated dataset
Influence of wavelength on the laser removal of lichens colonizing heritage stone-Associated dataset Open
Stone samples from Alpedrete quarry front, Madrid (Spain), which were used to construct heritage buildings and monuments in the Central area of Spain, and from Valonsadero Church (Spain), presenting different types of biological crusts wer…