Effect of number of neurons and layers in an artificial neural network for generalized concrete mix design
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DOI: 10.1007/s00521-020-05305-8
Abstract: Selection of the number of neurons in different layers of an artificial neural network (ANN) is a key decision-making step involved in its successful training. Although the number of neurons in the input layer is… read more here.
Keywords: mix design; neural network; number; number neurons ... See more keywords
Prediction of Marshall Mix Design Parameters in Flexible Pavements Using Genetic Programming
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DOI: 10.1007/s13369-020-04776-0
Abstract: The mix design of asphalt concrete is usually accomplished in the Iranian ministry of road and transportation according to the Marshall method. Marshall mix design parameters are a function of grading and properties of aggregates,… read more here.
Keywords: marshall mix; mix design; genetic programming; design parameters ... See more keywords
Optimization of concrete mix design to account for strength and hydration heat in massive concrete structures
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconcomp.2019.05.005
Abstract: Abstract In the case of massive concrete structures, the heat generated by cement hydration may cause cracking due to thermal strains. The mix design of the concrete used for such structures has to take account… read more here.
Keywords: heat; mix design; strength; hydration ... See more keywords
Prediction and validation of alternative fillers used in micro surfacing mix-design using machine learning techniques
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2019.02.136
Abstract: Abstract In this study regression analysis using machine learning models was investigated to predict and validate the composition of alternative mineral filler in micro surfacing mix design. To generate the data, 168 experiments were conducted… read more here.
Keywords: mix design; machine; micro surfacing; alternative fillers ... See more keywords
Research on a mix design method of self-compacting concrete based on a paste rheological threshold theory and a powder equivalence model
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2019.117292
Abstract: Abstract This work studied a mix design method of self-compacting concrete (SCC) containing limestone powder (LP) or fly ash (FA) or both. The addition of LP or FA or both was shown to reduce the… read more here.
Keywords: mix design; equivalence; paste; powder ... See more keywords
Moving towards resource conservation by automated prioritization of concrete mix design
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2019.117586
Abstract: Abstract Selection of an optimal concrete mix design by integrating resource conservation and CO2 footprint was performed in this study. Eight concrete mix designs were obtained from contractors, laboratories, and manufacturers as alternatives. Eight criteria… read more here.
Keywords: mix; concrete mix; resource conservation; mix design ... See more keywords
Efficient mix design of alkali activated slag concretes based on packing fraction of ingredients and paste thickness
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.01.332
Abstract: Many studies have been dedicated to the properties of alkali-activated slag concretes as a form of low-carbon high performance concrete, but less work has been focused on the application of mix design procedures to have… read more here.
Keywords: alkali activated; concretes based; mix design; slag concretes ... See more keywords
Effects of High Reclaimed Asphalt-Pavement Content on the Binder Grade, Fatigue Performance, Fractionation Process, and Mix Design
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DOI: 10.1061/(asce)mt.1943-5533.0001694
Abstract: AbstractThe primary objective of this research is to examine the effects of reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) amounts and fractionation methods on the mix design of high-RAP content surface mixes. T... read more here.
Keywords: mix design; effects high; content; reclaimed asphalt ... See more keywords
Optimum Mix Design for Internally Integrated Concrete with Crystallizing Protective Material
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DOI: 10.1061/(asce)mt.1943-5533.0002694
Abstract: AbstractIn this research, a silica-based crystallizing protective material was integrated into a fresh concrete mix to evaluate its efficacy in reducing water absorption while preserving the compre... read more here.
Keywords: optimum mix; crystallizing protective; protective material; mix design ... See more keywords
Mix design and laboratory characterisation of rubberised mixture used as damping layer in pavements
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DOI: 10.1080/10298436.2020.1869975
Abstract: Road authorities are challenged by traffic-induced vibrations due to their detrimental effects on humans and to the damage of buildings and structures. For this reason, asphalt mixtures designed as... read more here.
Keywords: mix design; laboratory characterisation; characterisation rubberised; rubberised mixture ... See more keywords
State of the art review on mix design and mechanical properties of warm mix asphalt
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DOI: 10.1080/14680629.2018.1473284
Abstract: Warm mix asphalt (WMA) is a high-speed emerging technology of producing asphalt mixture at lower temperature with equivalent performance of hot mix asphalt (HMA). It offers benefits such as energy savings, compaction aid for stiffer… read more here.
Keywords: mix design; wma mixtures; damage; mix ... See more keywords