Shrinkage is an inherent property of concrete. The shrinkage in concrete can be defined as the volume changes observed in concrete due to the loss of moisture at different stages due to different reasons.
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Why Select Reinforced Concrete as Construction Material for a Structure?
Various factors for selection of reinforced concrete over other construction materials such as masonry, steel and timber such as properties and advantages of reinforced concrete.
Factors Affecting Performance of Concrete During Fire
Concrete structures are exposed to fire and high temperature during life service which creates changes in concrete properties detrimentally causing failure.
Vee-Bee Test to Determine Workability of Concrete using Consistometer
Objective of Vee-Bee test is to determine the workability of freshly mixed concrete using consistometer. Apparatus, procedure, precaution and advantages are discussed.
Normal Concrete vs. High-Strength Concrete Properties and Difference
Concrete as a construction material are grouped as normal concrete or high strength concrete based on its compressive strength. Difference and properties of normal and high strength concrete is discussed.
Effect of Water Impurities on Concrete Strength, Durability and Other Properties
Presence of impurities in water for concrete mix leads to decrease in structural properties of concrete such as strength and durability to a large extent.
Heat Resistant Concrete or Refractory Concrete -Installation and Applications
Heat resistant concrete or refractory concrete have properties of handling extreme temperatures. Installation and applications of heat resistant refractory concrete is discussed.
Long Term Properties of Geopolymer Concrete with Low Calcium Fly Ash
Geopolymer concrete has been employed in many applications for example earth retaining structures and water containing structures. Properties of geopolymer concrete with low calcium fly ash is discussed.