There are several requirements established in ACI 318-19 (Building Code Requirements for Concrete and Commentary) that concrete materials need to meet; otherwise, it would not be suitable for the construction of a structure. These requirements vary from one structure to ...
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How to Replace Damaged Concrete Members in Structures?
The replacement of damaged concrete elements requires demolition and removal of existing structural elements and their substitution with new members. The demolition process is carried out after proper jacking is applied to relieve imposed loads on the damaged structural member. ...
Supplemental Structural Members: Construction and Applications
Supplemental structural members are new columns, beams, braces, and walls which are constructed to support damaged structures. The provision of supplemental structural elements is a strengthening technique by which the original strength of deteriorated structures is restored, or increase the ...
10 Precautions for Effective Grouting in Tensioning Ducts
The complete procedure of the grouting of pre/post-tensioned cable ducts, its materials, equipment and properties is explained in detail in the below article. Grouting of Pre/Post Tensioned Cable Ducts The 10 important precautions to be taken for effective grouting in ...
8 Causes of Premature Failure of Repaired Concrete Structures
The performance of the repaired concrete structure is often not up to the mark. This is because repaired concrete structures prematurely fail irrespective of developments and enhancements in repair materials and techniques. As a result, the repair work leads to ...
Steps for Concrete Damage Repair in Reinforced Concrete Structures
There are certain steps that need to be considered in order to decide whether defected concrete needs repair or not, and specify proper repair technique and material if repairing is needed. These repair steps would ensure successful repairing process that ...
11 Factors Affecting the Selection of Repair Materials
There are a number of factors such as strength, durability, thermal coefficient of thermal expansion, permeability, low dry shrinkage, chemical and electrical properties, curing, and cost that must be considered to select the most appropriate, compatible, cost-effective repair materials. This ...
Quality Control and Quality Assurance of Concrete Repair
Quality control and quality assurance in concrete repair works are essential to regain lost strength in concrete due to cracks or other damages. Concrete repairs are required when structural members get damaged. The reason for damages can be over-stressing, poor ...