Thermal Conductivity and Strength Properties of Nanosilica and GGBS Incorporated Concrete Specimens
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DOI: 10.1007/s12633-020-00813-7
Abstract: An important property which affects the heat transfer process in buildings and to minimize the usage of artificial energy in buildings is thermal conductivity. The transfer of heat through walls and roofs determines the amount… read more here.
Keywords: strength; nanosilica ggbs; thermal conductivity; concrete specimens ... See more keywords
Experimental study of the effect of aggregate type on concrete strength and permeability
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jobe.2020.101928
Abstract: Abstract Strength and permeability assessment of concrete structures, such as open channels are considered to be of great importance. Aggregates make up the major part of the concrete mix. So, their effect on concrete specifications… read more here.
Keywords: strength; strength permeability; rock stone; permeability ... See more keywords
Lateral Displacement Measurement Device for Concrete Specimens with Noncylindrical Cross Section
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DOI: 10.1061/(asce)mt.1943-5533.0002879
Abstract: AbstractThe increasing need to calibrate and validate multiscale numerical models cries out for new experimental devices and methodologies. This paper presents an experimental measurement device of... read more here.
Keywords: concrete specimens; device concrete; measurement device; displacement measurement ... See more keywords
Durability and Cracking Defects in 3D‐Printed Concrete
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DOI: 10.1155/adce/8592029
Abstract: This article explores the durability and cracking defects associated with 3D‐printed concrete, a rapidly emerging technology in construction. As the demand for innovative building techniques grows, understanding the long‐term performance of 3D‐printed structures becomes crucial.… read more here.
Keywords: durability cracking; cracking defects; durability; printed concrete ... See more keywords
Numerical modeling and laboratory study of layered Gypsum-Concrete specimens with joints
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DOI: 10.24200/sci.2025.65020.9254
Abstract: The existence of joints and defects around the openings causes the instability of these flaws. In nature, rocks or concrete materials are layered and anisotropic and have many joints. Therefore, in this article, the layered… read more here.
Keywords: layered gypsum; gypsum concrete; laboratory; concrete specimens ... See more keywords
Performance of Molasses Waste as a Cement Replacement to Study Concrete Compressive Strength
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DOI: 10.3390/app142210102
Abstract: To reduce the negative environmental impact of cement production and preserve natural resources, an experimental investigation was conducted to study the performance of concrete specimens at different curing ages and to determine the compressive strength… read more here.
Keywords: molasses waste; concrete specimens; cement; study ... See more keywords
Effect of Aggregate Mineralogy and Concrete Microstructure on Thermal Expansion and Strength Properties of Concrete
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DOI: 10.3390/app7121307
Abstract: Aggregate type and mineralogy are critical factors that influence the engineering properties of concrete. Temperature variations result in internal volume changes could potentially cause a network of micro-cracks leading to a reduction in the concrete’s… read more here.
Keywords: strength; mineralogy; properties concrete; cte ... See more keywords
Experimental Study on Frost Durability of Sprayed Glass Fibre Epoxy Mortar (GFEM)-Reinforced Concrete Specimens
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings15111896
Abstract: Addressing the shortcomings of currently available concrete reinforcement techniques, a new method using sprayed Glass Fibre Epoxy Mortar (GFEM) reinforcement is proposed. To investigate the effect of this method on the frost durability of concrete,… read more here.
Keywords: fibre; concrete specimens; glass fibre; freeze thaw ... See more keywords
Mechanical Performance of High-Strength Sustainable Concrete under Fire Incorporating Locally Available Volcanic Ash in Central Harrat Rahat, Saudi Arabia
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DOI: 10.3390/ma14010021
Abstract: This study investigated the effect of elevated temperatures on the mechanical properties of high-strength sustainable concrete incorporating volcanic ash (VA). For comparison, control and reference concrete specimens with fly ash (FA) were also cast along… read more here.
Keywords: strength; high strength; concrete specimens; mechanical properties ... See more keywords
Reinforcement Corrosion Testing in Concrete and Fiber Reinforced Concrete Specimens Exposed to Aggressive External Factors
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DOI: 10.3390/ma16031174
Abstract: One of the leading causes of reinforced concrete degradation is chloride attack. It occurs due to the penetration of chlorides through pores and cracks into the concrete cover. This phenomenon becomes more dangerous if reinforced… read more here.
Keywords: reinforced concrete; testing concrete; concrete specimens; reinforcement corrosion ... See more keywords