Heat Intensity Research Articles

Forecasting Range Shifts in Terrestrial Alpine Insects Under Global Warming.

Anthropogenic planetary heating is disrupting global alpine systems, but our ability to empirically measure and predict responses in alpine species distributions is impaired by a lack of comprehensive data and technical limitations. We conducted a comprehensive, semi-quantitative review of empirical studies on contemporary range shifts in alpine insects driven by climate heating, drawing attention to methodological issues and potential biotic and abiotic factors influencing variation in responses. We highlight case studies showing how range dynamics may affect standing genetic variation and adaptive potential, and discuss how data integration frameworks can improve forecasts. Although biotic and abiotic factors influence individual species responses, most alpine insects studied so far are shifting to higher elevations. Upslope shifts are often accompanied by range contractions that are expected to diminish species genetic variation and adaptive potential, increasing extinction risk. Endemic species on islands are predicted to be especially vulnerable. Inferences drawn from the responses of alpine insects, also have relevance to species in other montane habitats. Correlative niche modelling is a keystone tool to predict range responses to planetary heating, but its limited ability to consider biological processes underpinning species' responses complicates interpretation. Alpine insects exhibit some potential to respond to rising temperatures via genetic change or phenotypic plasticity. Thus, future efforts should incorporate biological processes by using flexible hybrid niche modelling approaches to enhance the biological realism of predictions. Boosting scientific capability to envisage the future of alpine environments and their associated biota is imperative given that the speed and intensity of heating on high-mountain ecosystems can surpass our ability to collect the empirical data required to guide effective conservation planning and management decisions.

Micro-Scale Urban Heat Island Analysis of Residential Areas in Central Jakarta Using UAV Thermal Imaging Data

Urban heat island (UHI) effects are a critical concern for densely populated tropical cities, where rapid urbanization exacerbates local temperature disparities. This study investigates the micro-scale heat distribution in residential zones of Central Jakarta using UAV thermal imaging data. Land surface temperature (LST) maps were generated to analyze thermal variations and their correlation with land use types such as impervious surfaces (e.g., asphalt and concrete) and vegetation. High-density zones exhibited significantly higher daytime temperatures, reaching up to 47°C, compared to vegetated areas, which maintained cooler temperatures around 32°C. Temporal analysis revealed prolonged nighttime heat retention in impervious areas, with residual temperatures exceeding 27°C, while vegetated zones cooled rapidly to below 20°C. These findings highlight the critical role of vegetation in mitigating UHI effects and emphasize the need for targeted urban planning strategies to reduce localized heat intensity in residential zones.

Identification of combustion characteristics of high ash Indian coal, rice straw, rice straw char and their blends

The present investigation evaluates the co-combustion performance of rice straw (RS), rice straw char (RSC), high ash coal (HAC) to determine their suitability as blended fuels for power generation. Both the individual and blended fuels were characterized through proximate analysis, ash analysis, and the determination of gross calorific value (GCV). Experimental results indicate that RS and RSC possess higher GCV than HAC, improving overall GCV and combustion rate of the blends. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) reveals significant variations in the thermal properties of disproportionate mixtures (blends of HAC with RS or RSC). HAC has the highest ignition (Ti = 417°C), peak (Tp = 498°C), and burnout temperatures (Tf = 565°C), indicating weak thermal stability. In contrast, RS and RSC exhibit much lower Ti (226°C and 256°C, respectively) and Tf (420°C and 448°C), suggesting they ignite more easily and have moderate thermal stability. Blends with higher RS or RSC content progressively decrease Ti and Tf, but with a sharper DTGmax (maximum derivative thermogravimetry) and Pi (ignition index), highlighting more intense and quicker combustion. Increasing the RS content from 10% to 90% lowers the ignition temperature (Ti) from 416ºC to 222ºC and burnout temperature (Tf) from 564ºC to 417ºC. Performance index (Qf) increases, and rate of heat intensity (Sf) decreases as RS/RSC content increases, with RS9HAC1 and RSC9HAC1 having moderate stability and highest combustion intensity. This trend illustrates that increasing RS/RSC proportions enhance reactivity with moderate thermal stability. Thermodynamic analysis shows that blending RS and RSC with HAC decreases the enthalpy (ΔH) from 41.42kJ/mol to 37.77kJ/mol and from 42.02kJ/mol to 31.74kJ/mol as the RS and RSC content rises from 10% to 90% implying that individual combustion of coal is difficult while blending RS and RSC makes the combustion favorable. Adding 10% RS and 20% RSC can significantly improve combustion efficiency at various temperatures without major boiler modifications. The numerical study demonstrates the prospective for enhancing coal-biomass/biochar co-combustion by altering O2/CO2 gas levels, emphasizing the benefits of adding biomass and biochar, as well as substituting CO2 for N2 under specific conditions.

Experimental Study on the Fire Impact of Ceiling Insulation on CPVC Pipes

Fires igniting within a ceiling space often escalate into large-scale fires because of delayed detection times, rapid fire spread, and difficulties in firefighting operations. This study investigated the effect of combustible insulation materials on CPVC piping in sprinkler systems using real-scale fire experiments. Based on the top floor of an apartment, this study focused on insulation materials with the highest fire load among the combustibles in the ceiling space. A field survey and fire tests were conducted, and the experiments with EPS and XPS insulation revealed rapid flame spread and the complete destruction of the CPVC piping owing to high heat intensity. Even PIR insulation, a fire-resistant material, causes the destruction of CPVC piping located directly above the fire source. This confirms that combustible insulation materials within the ceiling have a significant negative impact on the functionality of the CPVC piping, rendering it incapable of performing its intended functions. Therefore, this study suggests alternatives for enhancing the reliability of automatic fire-suppression systems during fires in ceiling spaces.

Skyrocketing Turnover of Spicy Food: The Effects of Spicy Flavor Image on Increased Revenue

This research explores how spicy flavors impact sales in the culinary industry. This research uses a descriptive quantitative approach to examine consumer preferences for spicy food in Bandung City. Data was collected through questionnaires given to 180 people to rate their preference for spicy food using a Likert scale. The results of this study show that the level of spiciness significantly influences the increase in sales in the culinary industry. Consumers in the current generation, especially Gen Z, tend to prefer spicy food, impacting their decision to purchase products and their loyalty. Psychological and cultural factors also affect heat preferences, suggesting that varying heat intensity may be a viable strategy for capturing consumer attention. The findings suggest that companies with a spicy flavor image can improve their competitiveness and increase sales by developing products and marketing strategies that match current consumer preferences.

Sensitivity of Arctic marine heatwaves to half-a-degree increase in global warming: 10-fold frequency increase and 15-fold extreme intensity likelihood

Abstract We utilize the 50-member MPI-ESM-LR Earth System model to investigate the projected changes in Arctic marine heatwaves' (MHWs) characteristics caused by an additional 0.5°C increase in global warming, from 1.5°C to 2°C, with respect to pre-industrial levels. Our results indicate that this 0.5°C increase in global warming triggers an intensified response in both the Arctic's mean sea surface temperature (SST) and its variability. In a 2°C warmer world, one out of every four summer months would be warmer than the current climate. We detect a nonlinear increase in MHW intensity in a 2°C world, which is characterized by a break in slope occurring around the year 2042 ± 2 (across 50 ensemble members of the SSP5-8.5 scenario). At the estimated post-break dates, the intensity rate roughly doubles, leading to MHWs in a 2°C world with average cumulative heat intensity 100°C*days higher than in a 1.5°C world. Further results reveal that an extremely rare MHW with an intensity of 3.19°C, classified as a 1-in-100-year event in a 1.5°C world, is expected to transform into a 1-in-7-year event in a 2°C world. This transition signifies an approximately 15-fold increase in the likelihood of such events occurring due to a 0.5°C increase in global warming. Likewise, an uncommon event of years with 125 MHW days in a 1.5°C world is projected to become a 1-in-10-year event in a 2°C world, resulting in a 10-fold increase in occurrence probability. The main contributor to these changes is predominantly the rise in mean SST, with enhanced SST variability playing a minor role. These findings highlight that a 2°C world could lead to a substantial escalation of the frequency and intensity of MHWs in the Arctic compared to a 1.5°C world, transforming what are currently rare extreme events into more common events, with significant implications for global climate dynamics and the well-being of Arctic ecosystems and communities.

Effect of Heat Treatment on Gelatin Properties and the Construction of High Internal Phase Emulsions for 3D Printing

The effect of tilapia skin gelatin properties on the characteristics of high internal phase emulsions (HIPEs) and the quality of 3D printing remains unidentified. In this work, HIPEs were constructed by gelatin with various properties that were obtained by heat treatment. The results indicated that the gelatin undergoes degradation gradually with an increase in heating intensity. The highest values of intrinsic fluorescence intensity, surface hydrophobicity, and emulsification were obtained when the heating time was 5 h. The gel strength and hardness of gelatin hydrogels were negatively correlated with heat treatment temperature. HIPEs constructed by gelatin extracted at 70 °C demonstrated a suitable material for 3D printing. The storage modulus (G′) and viscosity of HIPEs exhibited a similar tendency as the gel strength of gelatin. The microstructure of HIPEs revealed that gelatin established a gel network around oil droplets, and the higher G′ of HIPEs corresponded to a more compact network structure. This study elucidated the correlation between the structure and properties of gelatin, offering essential insights for the formulation of HIPEs by natural gelatin, which is suitable for applications across several domains.

INFRARED SPECTROSCOPIC ANALYSIS OF COMPLEX COPPER(II) CONTAINING CATALYTIC SYSTEM

The synthesized 2 individual orthophosphate catalysts AlPO4 and Cu3(PO4)2 and 7 new complex aluminum-copper (II) orthophosphate catalytic systems of the type xAlPO4·yCu3(PO4)2 was obtained based on them were investigated by the method of IR spectroscopic analysis. At the same time, the content of both orthophosphates in the catalyst structure varies in the range of 0.5 - 99.5 wt. %. In the entire series of air-dry samples and those baked at the optimal heat treatment temperature (600 °С), the frequencies and intensities of the absorption bands of the IR spectra of the obtained catalytic systems of the type type xAlPO4·yCu3(PO4)2 are characterized by intense absorption in the region of valence vibrations of OH groups of water molecules (3610‒3005 cm-1). Valence vibrations of OH groups of water molecules, which take a direct part in the formation of hydrogen bonds, are observed in the region of 2380‒1880 cm-1. Characteristic manifestations of the hydrogen bond in the vibrational spectrum of H2O, which is part of the structure of the synthesized aluminum-copper (II) orthophosphate catalysts, are a low-frequency shift, an increase in intensity, and a broadening of the bands of valence vibrations of its OH groups. At the same time, in the region 1114‒400 cm-1, valence and deformation vibrations of the orthophosphate ion PO43- are observed, which are clearly expressed in the form of clear absorption bands in the dehydration products for all synthesized binary catalytic systems. Additional coordination of the orthophosphate anion with metal cations Al3+ and Сu2+ is observed. Heating all synthesized orthophosphate samples above 700 °С contributes to their complete dehydration and the emergence of IR spectra characteristic of anhydrous orthophosphate salts.

High-order harmonic generation in boron carbide laser-induced plasma: comparison with carbon and boron plasmas, two-color-pumping-induced enhancement, quasi-phase-matching, and tuning of harmonics

The study of the laser-induced molecular plasma produced during the ablation of boron carbide as a medium for high-order harmonic generation is reported. The efficiency of harmonics generation in this laser-induced plasma is compared with the plasma produced on the surfaces of boron and carbon targets at the intensities of heating and driving pulses of 2 × 1010 and 3 × 1014 W/cm2, respectively. The stability of harmonic emission from boron carbide plasma was notably better compared with the boron and carbon plasmas. The influence of laser-induced plasma formation, the role of ablated components, the delay between heating and driving pulses, and the characteristics of converting pulses on the harmonic efficiency and harmonic cut-off in boron carbide plasma are studied.

Sensitivity of the Energy Conversion Efficiency of Tropical Cyclones During Intensification to Sea Surface Temperature and Static Stability

AbstractIt is projected that the sea surface temperature (SST) increases under climate change and enhances tropical cyclone (TC) intensification directly. An opposing expected feature of climate change is the strengthening atmospheric static stability, which may suppress intensification. The intensity and diabatic heating are closely related through the secondary circulation, but it has been unclear whether both will change at the same rate. Here we show that they respond differently to stability changes. The efficiency of converting diabatic heating to kinetic energy (KE) of TCs to SST and static stability during the intensification stage is examined. In a set of idealised simulations, the efficiency does not have a significant relation with the SST. However the efficiency is found to decrease with increasing static stability at a rate of about K. It is shown that the KE increment declines, while the diabatic heating in the eyewall remains unchanged with larger static stability. The decrease in KE gain at the eyewall is associated with an enhanced outward advection of absolute angular momentum. The combined effect of enhanced water‐vapour supply and the slightly reduced updraft at the eyewall keeps the diabatic heating steady with varying static stability. This study demonstrates the complex effects of enhanced static stability, which is expected to accompany surface warming, on tropical cyclones.

Dynamic optical and thermal modulation of electrochromic smart windows and sunglasses based on benzothiadiazole-extended viologen derivatives

Smart windows can regulate indoor lighting and heat intensity by isolating external light and heat, thereby achieving the goal of saving building energy consumption. However, traditional smart windows require additional power consumption to adjust color changes and thus regulate transmittance, and can only achieve relatively single control of light intensity and heat. Developing smart windows with dynamic photothermal modulation remains challenging. This paper reports two novel benzothiadiazole extended viologen derivatives DBTBB and DBTBH. The carboxymethylcellulose sodium hydrogel-state electrochromic devices based on DBTBB and DBTBH showed good electrochromic performance including a low operating voltage, a rapid response time, a high optical contrast, excellent cycling stability, and a large coloration efficiency. A dynamic photothermal modulation electrochromic smart window self-powered by a small commercial solar panel was constructed using the electrochromic hydrogel based on DBTBB, which could sense the changes in external irradiating light intensity and dynamically adjust the indoor light and heat without additional consumption of electricity, and the adjusting capability increased with the increase of irradiating light intensity. In addition, the application in smart color changing sunglasses self-powered by a solar panel was also investigated, the electrochromic sunglasses showed dynamic transmittance modulation in response to irradiating light intensities with good cycling stability, a gradual change in purple color from light to dark was observed as the irradiating light intensity increased from 105 → 225→415 → 650→920 lux. Moreover, both text and a colored logo were clearly displayed under different irradiating light intensities. This provides new methods for electrochromic applications in commercial settings and improving human quality of life, thereby creating new possibilities in the increasingly intelligent world.

Experimental Evaluation of Gas-Dynamic Conditions of Heat Exchange of Stationary Air Flows in Vertical Conical Diffuser

Conical diffusers are widely used in technical devices (gasifiers, turbines, combustion chambers) and technological processes (ejectors, mixers, renewable energy). The perfection of flow gas dynamics in a conical diffuser affects the intensity of heat and mass transfer processes, the quality of mixing/separation of working media and the flow characteristics of technical devices. These parameters largely determine the efficiency and productivity of the final product. This article presents an analysis of experimental data on the gas-dynamic characteristics of stationary air flows in a vertical, conical, flat diffuser under different initial boundary conditions. An experimental setup was created, measuring instruments were selected, and an automated data collection system was developed. Basic data on the gas dynamics of air flows were obtained using the thermal anemometry method. Experimental data on instantaneous values of air flow velocity in a diffuser for initial velocities from 0.4 m/s to 2.22 m/s are presented. These data were the basis for calculating and obtaining velocity fields and turbulence intensity fields of the air flow in a vertical diffuser. It is shown that the value of the initial flow velocity at the diffuser inlet has a significant effect on the gas-dynamic characteristics. In addition, a spectral analysis of the change in air flow velocity both by height and along the diffuser axis was performed. The obtained data may be useful for refining engineering calculations, verifying mathematical models, searching for technical solutions and deepening knowledge about the features of gas dynamics of air flows in vertical diffusers.

Effect of Volume Condensation on the Intensity of Heat and Mass Transfer

Effect of Volume Condensation on the Intensity of Heat and Mass Transfer

Seesaw between the westerlies and Asian monsoon regulates vegetation and climate during the last deglaciation in southern Northeast China

The history and drivers of hydroclimate changes during the last deglaciation in Northeast China remain contentious. We present a high-resolution record of vegetation and climate changes from Lake Buridun in southern Northeast China (SNEC), spanning the last ∼16 kyr. Multi-proxy reconstruction reveals a slight increase in precipitation prior to the end of Heinrich Stadial 1 (HS1) and forest development during the middle Bølling warming, indicating that hydrothermal conditions regulated regional vegetation. Significant fluctuations in all millennial-scale climatic events underscore the high sensitivity of SNEC to climate change. Our record aligns with high-resolution data from both SNEC and North China, showing a persistent wetting trend during the Bølling-Allerød period. This trend coincides with changes in East Asian summer monsoon intensity and Indo-Pacific warm pool heat content but contrasts with the Greenland temperature records. During the HS1 and Younger Dryas, records show a cold-dry mode in SNEC, contrasting with the cold-wet pattern in central-eastern China caused by the prolonged Meiyu season, which corresponds to the retreat of the monsoon precipitation belt and an enhanced westerly jet. Our data, along with more comprehensive records from broader regions, suggest that hydroclimate in SNEC was dominated by the low-latitude monsoon and the high-latitude westerlies during the warm and cold phases of the last deglaciation, exhibiting a seesaw-like interaction.

Maize Abiotic Stress Treatments in Controlled Environments.

Maize (Zea mays) is one of the world's most important crops, providing food for humans and livestock and serving as a bioenergy source. Climate change and the resulting abiotic stressors in the field reduce crop yields, threatening food security and the global economy. Water deficit (i.e., drought), heat, and insufficient nutrients (e.g., nitrogen and phosphorus) are major environmental stressors that affect maize yields, and impact growth and development at all stages of the plant life cycle. Understanding the biological processes underlying these responses in maize has the potential to increase yields in the face of abiotic stress. Optimizing individual or combined abiotic stress treatments in controlled environments reduces potential noise in data collection that can be present under less controlled growth conditions. Here, we describe methods and conditions for controlled abiotic stress treatments and associated controls during early vegetative growth of maize, conducted in greenhouses or growth chambers. This includes the environmental conditions, equipment, soil preparation, and intensity and duration of heat, drought, nitrogen deficiency, and phosphorous deficiency. Controlled experiments at early growth stages are informative for future in-field studies that require greater labor and inputs, saving researchers time and growing space, and thus research funds, before testing plants across later stages of development. We suggest that stress treatments be severe enough to result in a measurable phenotype, but not so severe that all plants die prior to sample collection. This protocol is designed to set important standards for replicable research in maize.

Inconsistences persisting in the conceptual structure of thermal physics and the nature of fundamental constants

AbstractConceptual structure of contemporary thermal physics is by no means simple, understandable and free of contradictions or ambiguities. As many students claim, it is a rather complicated doctrine which is far from to be easy comprehensible (Meltzer in Am J Phys 72:1432–1446, 2004). Therefore, in this polemic contribution, originally the summer school lecture, we will address some lesser-known points, which are likely responsible for such a situation. We start with Black’s path breaking discovery of two aspects of heat, namely the “matter of heat” and the “intensity of heat,” which were later identified with the quantities known as entropy (S) and temperature (T). It can be shown that the product of these two quantities can enter the energy balance equation, which is apt to interconnect various parts of physics. The genesis of these key concepts was, however, not straightforward. An original hypothetical model of heat, a subtle imponderable fluid, caloric (ς), was abandoned after the non-critical acceptance of the “milestone of thermodynamics,” Mayer–Joule’s postulate claiming the equivalence of heat and work. Heat then became a pure energy without any material carrier, but with seriously limited transformation abilities. In addition, the situation is also complicated by the very fact that the definition of Kelvin absolute thermodynamic temperature scale (T) is fully based on the caloric theory. Partial reconciliation brought about only introduction of Clausius’ entropy. This, however, was afterward recognized to be practically identical with the Carnot’s caloric. Furthermore, by analogy identification of phenomenological variables S and T with statistical parameters appearing in the kinetic theory has not withstand extension to the domain of special relativity. Thus, the full equivalence between thermodynamics and statistical physics is not feasible. Another realm of problems is generated by the recent tendency in metrology to define units by means of defining constants with fixed numerical values instead of materialized étalons. In case of thermal physics, one can be skeptic about such an approach, because the universal constancy of entropy and its unit, Boltzmann constant k = 1.380649 × .10−23 J K-1, are only unjustified assumptions, which can be a potential source of future difficulties.

Enhancing the effectiveness of heat adaptation strategies through citizen science-based outdoor thermal comfort

Urbanization and intensifying climate change expose populations in cities to escalating heat stress and associated health risks. Mitigating these challenges require comprehensive assessments that combine quantitative and qualitative data to develop effective heat wave response strategies and policies. Previous research has primarily focused on thermal sensation measured by individual biometrics within specific locations. However, limitations in data collection across large areas often lead to the neglect of the influence of diverse urban environments. This may disregard the importance of regional variations and citizen engagement in formulating effective heat wave mitigation strategies. This study explored the impact of heat wave frequency and intensity across various urban spatial types and assessed thermal sensation vote (TSV) among residents of Suwon City using a citizen science approach. Temperature measurements and subjective heat sensations were collected over a three-year period using homemade temperature sensors. The analysis investigated thermal sensation differences across spatial types—open high rise, open low rise, compact mid-rise, urban park, and lake park—utilizing boxplots, and examined TSV variations by age using the R program localized smoothing methodology. Results indicate significant variations in TSV across different urban areas, particularly when temperatures exceeded 32 °C. The TSV was highest in the lake park areas (average thermal sensation vote +3.5) and was comparatively lower in the open high-rise and open low-rise areas (average thermal sensation vote +2.0). A significant age-related trend was observed, with the highest TSV reported by the 19–30 age group. Heat sensitivity appeared to decrease among participants aged 41 and over. These findings highlight the limitations of traditional top-down heatwave response strategies, which may not adequately account for spatial variations and individual experiences. Conversely, a bottom-up approach that leverages citizen science can inform the development of tailored and proactive strategies that consider a region's specific conditions.

Thermal characteristics of conical heat storage tank filled by metal foam: Optimization by response surface analysis

The heat storage efficiency of heat storage tank is a challenge to optimize the utilization of solar energy. Therefore, improving the efficiency of heat storage tank has become the main research focus. In this study, the conical tank design optimized for natural convection and the metal foam addition enhanced for thermal conduction are combined. However, there are some mutual constraints between two optimization methods. Therefore, the single factor analysis coupled response surface optimization method was used in this study to optimize the conical heat storage tank filled with metal foam. Firstly, the influence and optimization interval of each factor are discussed through single factor analysis. Then, the comprehensive influence of three factors is analyzed by response surface method. Finally, the heat storage characteristics, natural convection characteristics, melting fraction and temperature uniformity of the optimized model were evaluated. The results show that the optimized heat storage tank has stronger natural convection intensity and stronger melting heat storage performance than three comparative heat storage tanks.

Comparative Study of Energy Consumption Intensity: A Case Study of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics (FEI) Versus the Faculty of Chemical Technology (FChT) in the City of Pardubice

Abstract The study’s comparative aspect between the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics (FEI) and the Faculty of Chemical Technology (FChT) buildings is pivotal for elucidating nuanced differences in energy consumption practices within academic institutions, facilitating targeted energy efficiency measures. The research methodology adopts a comparative case study approach to examine two focal research buildings. Analysis entails computing energy consumption intensity per unit area for both buildings and comparing energy consumption data to identify disparities. The need for understanding energy consumption patterns and improving energy efficiency in academic infrastructure is directly addressed through variables studied in the comparative analysis, including energy consumption comparison, annual and monthly variations, ratio, and intensity. The data indicates that the average heating intensity in the FChT building surpasses that of the FEI building by a factor of 2.3, signifying significant disparities in heating energy consumption trends between the two structures and suggesting potential areas for targeted energy efficiency interventions. Moreover, the average electrical intensity in the FChT building is over 1.7 times higher than in the FEI building. Interestingly, despite the FChT building being 2.6 times larger than the FEI, its intensity does not always correspond with the increase in building area, indicating additional factors influencing energy consumption.

МЕХАНОАКТИВАЦІЯ ПОРТЛАНДЦЕМЕНТУ ТА ЇЇ ВПЛИВ НА ВЛАСТИВОСТІ БУДІВЕЛЬНИХ КОМПОЗИЦІЙ РІЗНОГО ПРИЗНАЧЕННЯ

The issues considered in the article are related to determining the effect of mechanical activation on the properties of cement-water compositions and building mortars based on them. The activation of cement in combination with the use of ground quartz sand and the superplasticizer Relaxol-Super PC is relevant for this study. The amount of quartz sand was adjusted in the range from 0 to 40% of the cement mass, and the superplasticizer (0,15 – 1,5%) of the binder mass. The use of this technology ensures acceleration of cement hydration processes, maintaining the required level of composition mobility with a lower consumption of mixing water, and intensification of exothermic heating. The presented experimental data made it possible to evaluate the effect of the binder activation period and the superplasticizer consumption on the flow of the aqueous cement-containing composition. It was found that the main contribution to the decrease in the water-solid ratio (provided that equiviscous compositions are obtained) is achieved by activating the cement-containing composition for 180 sec. with the addition of 1,5% superplasticizing additive. The water-solid ratio decreases by more than 50%. A further increase in the amount of plasticizer has low efficiency and has little effect on decreasing the water-solid ratio. Activation in combination with reduced water hardening of the cement-water composition contributes to both an increase in the heating intensity and an increase in its maximum temperature. After activation, the maximum temperature increased by 5-11% compared to the non-activated cement-water composition. The peak of the exothermic reaction for the mechanically activated cement-water composition occurs 3 hours earlier compared to the non-activated mixture. The increase in the strength of the mortar on mechanically activated cement with the addition of a superplasticizing additive reached 71% compared to the control.