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1.1 Concrete Definition and Historical Development 1 1.2 Concrete as a Structural Material 7 1.3 Characteristics of Concrete 10 1.4 Types of Concrete 14 1.5 Factors Influencing Concrete Properties 16 1.6 Approaches to Study Concrete 19 Discussion Topics 21 References 22 2 Materials for Making Concrete 23 2.1 Aggregates 23 2.2 Cementitious
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Get PriceMay 23, 2019The primary cause of Segregation in concrete is the differences in specific gravity of the concrete material (fine, coarse aggregate and cement). The specific gravity of aggregate is in between 2.6-2.7g/cc and for cement its lies between 3.1-3.6 g/cc, due to these differences, the aggregate separates from the matrix and causes segregation in
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Get PriceAlkali-silica reaction (ASR) in concrete is a reaction between certain silicious constituents in the aggregate and the alkali-sodium and potassium hydroxide which are released during the hydration of Portland cement. A gelatinous product is formed which imbibes pore fluid and in so doing expands, inducing and internal stress within the concrete.
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Get PriceFeb 12, 2019The cement and water form a paste that glues the aggregates together when it hardens. Concrete, in its freshly mixed state, is a plastic workable mixture that can be formed into almost any desirable shape. It starts to slowly stiffen when mixed, but remains plastic and workable for several hours. This is a long enough period to allow it to be
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Get PriceThe lightweight aggregate is a kind of coarse aggregate which is used in the production of lightweight concrete products like concrete block, structural concrete, and pavement.. The shape of the lightweight aggregate used in concrete can be cubical, rounded, angular, or of any other shape.The shape and texture can directly affect its workability. The compressive
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Get PriceAggregates for Concrete. The proper selection of aggregates for use in concrete mixtures is critical to long term concrete performance. Aggregates generally occupy 60% to 75% of the concrete volume and strongly influence the concrete's fresh and hardened properties, mixture proportions, and economy.
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Get PriceSep 30, 2013Grading Of Aggregates for Concrete. Concrete contains aggregate upto a maximum size of 150 mm. Way particles of aggregate fit together in the mix, as influenced by the gradation, shape, and surface texture . Grading effects workability and finishing characteristic of fresh concrete, consequently the properties of hardened concrete.
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