Design Requirements of Concrete Based on ACI 318-19
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 c
DESIGNED CONCRETE SPECIFICATIONS
Designed concrete are those for which the producer is responsible for selecting the mix proportions to meet the required performance as communicated by the specifier. Therefore it is essential that
Types of Design and Detailing Errors in Construction and their Prevention
Common design and detailing errors in construction arises due to either inadequate structural design or due to lack of attention to relatively minor design details. Types of Design and Detailing Er
Design of Concrete Structures for Durability
Adequate concrete durability can be obtained in the design phase when a structure is conceived, and structural calculations are made, details are designed, materials and their proportions, as well
Direct Design of Concrete Pipes for Sewer Sanitary
There are three methods for design of concrete pipes for sewer sanitary. Direct design of concrete pipes, its applicability and criteria are discussed.
DEPOLLUTANT PHOTOCATALYTIC CONCRETE (DPCC)
The word photocatalysis is a compound word made up of (1) photo or light and (2) catalysis or acceleration of a chemical reaction rate by addition of a catalyst. A catalyst is a substance which alt
6 Types of Deleterious Substances in Aggregate
Deleterious materials in aggregate are those substances which detrimentally effect the fresh and hardened properties of concrete for instance strength, workability, and long-term performance of the
Curb and Gutter – Types, Construction and Advantages
Curb is a short wall installed to hold the pavement from the sides and act as a barrier between yard and street. It is abutted with a gutter which is a flat concrete slab that drains out water away
Crushed Concrete Aggregates – Properties and Uses of Recycled Aggregates
Crushed concrete aggregates also called as recycled concrete aggregates are fragments and pieces of concrete buildings which are demolished or rebuild. These crushed concrete are cleaned from dirt
Methods to Monitor Crack Width Changes in Structures
Observing crack width changes is one of the techniques used to monitor structural damages due to ground movements, and there are several instruments used to monitor crack width changes. These instr