Hardened concrete gains strength with time and testing these hardened concrete for quality check is important for structures. Different types of tests are available to check different properties of
The testing of concrete cores is carried out according to the ASTM Standard C 42. Core sampling and procedure for strength determination using concrete core is discussed.
Sustainable concrete construction is a step towards green and eco friendly concrete construction practices to solve global environmental problems.
Surface protection of concrete structural members is necessary to protect the structure from damage due to environmental considerations. Corrosion of reinforcement due to permeability of water / mo
Different types of concrete are produced based on the constituent material, mix design, the method of construction, area of application, form of hydration reaction. Details of these various types o
Transparent concrete also called as translucent concrete or light transmitting concrete is achieved by replacing aggregates with transparent alternate materials.
Topping concrete is defined as a layer of high strength concrete placed on an old, worn out concrete surface to provide a dense, abrasion-resistant surface, to increase structural depth and strengt
Thermal Cracking of Concrete and Prevention Temperature difference within a concrete structure may be caused by portions of the structure losing heat of hydration at different rates or by the weath
Translucent concrete provides a revolutionary way to bring in natural light while providing structural and aesthetic advantages. This innovative material can create a modern and striking look in ar
Various tests on Hardened Concrete is done to ensure the design strength of concrete and quality of concrete construction is achieved. Tests on Hardened Concrete The test conducted on hardened conc
