Published: Građevinar 78 (2026) 2
Paper type: Scientific research paper
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Hydration characteristics of ternary blended cement pastes: A study employing Taguchi analysis

Blended cement paste systems are considerably complex owing to the diverse physical morphologies and chemical compositions of the constituent raw materials. Despite this complexity, these systems are increasingly recognised for their enhanced long-term performance and contribution to sustainability. This study examines the hydration characteristics of ternary blended cement pastes employing Taguchi Analysis, a robust statistical tool for investigating multifactorial interactions in material systems. This study systematically evaluates the effects of supplementary cementitious materials, water-to-binder ratio, superplasticiser dosage, and curing conditions to optimise cement paste performance. An orthogonal array design based on the Taguchi method was employed to quantify the influence of these parameters on the chemical shrinkage, hydration kinetics, and pozzolanic activity. Statistical analyses highlight the relative significance of each factor in governing the hydration mechanisms, thereby providing valuable insights for the development of advanced performance-driven cementitious materials.

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