Assessment of the functionality of bacteria-based repair system for concrete through ESEM analysis

Biodeposition, a method by which calcium carbonate (CaCO3) precipitation is induced by bacteria, has been proposed as an interesting approach to protect building materials. The liquid-based system presented in this paper aims at the sealing of cracks and decrease of the porosity due to the production of a calcium-based biomineral. In this system...

Field performance of bacteria-based repair system: Pilot study in a parking garage

This paper presents the field performance in a parking garage of the recently developed bacteria-based repair system for concrete. This liquid-based repair system aims at the sealing of cracks and decrease of the porosity due to the production of a calcium-based biomineral. The system combines advantages of both a traditional repair system for...