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Construction Process of RC Column

June 19, 2017 TeamCivil Concrete, Construction
concrete pouring

Construction Process of RC Column Reinforced Concrete column is a structural member of RC frame structured building. It’s a vertical member which transfers loads from slab and beam directly to subsequent soil. A whole building

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Alkali–Aggregate Reactions

June 15, 2017 TeamCivil Concrete, Durability
Alkali–Aggregate Reactions

In this article, the three types of Alkali–Aggregate Reactions are described: (1) alkali–carbonate reaction (ACR), (2) alkali–silicate reaction, and (3) alkali–silica reaction (ASR). Alkali–Aggregate Reactions Water in the pores of hardened concrete contains quantities of dissolved ions

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Concrete Distress Identification

June 13, 2017 TeamCivil Concrete, Durability, Repair
Concrete Distress Identification

Distress Identification Before attempting any repair procedure it is necessary to have a planned approach to investigate the condition of concrete and reinforcement. While the diagnosis of damage or deterioration in some cases is reasonably

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Compaction Factor Test

June 12, 2017 TeamCivil Concrete, Tests

In this article, the Compaction Factor Test is discussed which is used to calculate the compaction factor, and to know more about workability. Compaction Factor Test Objective: To calculate the compaction factor, and to know more

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Shotcrete: Why to Use

June 3, 2017 TeamCivil Concrete, Types
Shotcrete

Why Shotcrete a. Importance of proper application Properly applied shotcrete is a structurally sound and durable construction material which exhibits excellent bonding characteristics to existing concrete, rock, steel, and many other materials. It can have

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Effect of Age on Concrete Strength

May 30, 2017 TeamCivil Concrete, Properties
effect of age on concrete strength

Effect of Age on Concrete Strength The strength versus gel/space ratio relationship has a general application because the amount of gel present in the cement paste at any time is itself a function of age

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Water in Concrete

May 25, 2017 TeamCivil Concrete, Materials
concrete water

Water in Concrete Water is a necessary component of all hydraulic concrete. It is usually used in amounts of 25–50 weight per cent of the cement. It has two engineering purposes: to enable (a) proper

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Rebound Test: Equipment – Operation

May 21, 2017 TeamCivil Concrete, Tests

In this article, the Rebound Test (schmidt hammer test) is outlined. The Swiss engineer Ernst Schmidt, first developed a practicable rebound test hammer in the late 1940s, amd modern versions are based on this. Figure 1 shows the

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