Determination of thermal characteristics of standard and improved hollow concrete blocks using different measurement techniques
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jobe.2017.09.005
Abstract: Abstract The lighter weight, improved thermal properties and better acoustic insulation of hollow-core concrete blocks are few of the characteristics that one encounters when comparing them to traditional Maltese globigerina limestone solid blocks. As a… read more here.
Keywords: using different; hollow concrete; standard improved; concrete ... See more keywords
Method for Optimization of a Shielding Effectiveness Measurement System Using Shielding Concrete Blocks for IEMI
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2022.3220768
Abstract: The recent digitization of many technologies has made information communication facilities vulnerable to intentional electromagnetic interference (IEMI) and electromagnetic pulses (EMPs). Concrete with shielding capability is being studied to protect entire information facilities or security… read more here.
Keywords: shielding effectiveness; concrete; proposed method; mil std ... See more keywords
Optimization of Mix Proportions for Novel Dry Stack Interlocking Concrete Blocks Using ANN
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DOI: 10.1155/2021/9952781
Abstract: This paper proposes novel concrete interlocking blocks made of fly ash and GGBS which are an alternative for the conventional concrete blocks. The artificial neural network (ANN) technique is used to estimate the mechanical strength… read more here.
Keywords: mix proportions; strength; interlocking blocks; using ann ... See more keywords
Measurement of moisture contents in concrete blocks using fringing field spiral capacitive sensors
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DOI: 10.1177/01423312221147333
Abstract: This work reports the design and development of a fringing field, planar capacitive sensor with spiral configuration for measuring moisture contents in concrete blocks, following printed circuit board technology. This method is non-destructive, non-intrusive, cost… read more here.
Keywords: moisture contents; moisture; fringing field; contents concrete ... See more keywords
IMPROVED CONCRETE BLOCKS WITH DISPERSED FIBERS AS CONTRIBUTION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
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DOI: 10.30638/eemj.2020.009
Abstract: The constructions using concrete material significantly contribute to global environmental pollution as a result of the consumption of both natural resources and carbon dioxide emissions in their life cycle. Therefore, it is necessary to develop… read more here.
Keywords: improved concrete; fibers contribution; dispersed fibers; blocks dispersed ... See more keywords
Study on the Performance of Reinforced Concrete Blocks Treated by Styrene-Acrylic Emulsion
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DOI: 10.3303/cet1866015
Abstract: This paper introduces a method of improving the performance of reinforced concrete blocks and reveals the reinforcing effect of fibers. It is pointed out that the plant fibers treated by styrene-acrylic emulsion can effectively improve… read more here.
Keywords: treated styrene; concrete blocks; styrene acrylic; performance reinforced ... See more keywords
Sustainability Study of Concrete Blocks with Wood Chips Used in Structural Walls in Seismic Areas
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DOI: 10.3390/ma15196659
Abstract: The concept of sustainability has become a priority in the construction field, in a context where there is an increasing discussion about reducing carbon dioxide emissions, as the construction industry is one of the most… read more here.
Keywords: used structural; seismic areas; blocks wood; wood chips ... See more keywords
An Environmental Assessment of Interlocking Concrete Blocks Mixed with Sugarcane Residues Produced in Okinawa
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DOI: 10.3390/resources9080093
Abstract: The use of sugarcane residues in mortar and concrete is believed to contribute to the reduction of environmental problems, such as the reduction of mining of natural aggregates as well as the improper disposal of… read more here.
Keywords: interlocking concrete; sugarcane; environmental assessment; sugarcane residues ... See more keywords