Cement Concrete is the most widely used material of construction used in world today. It has helped humanity create greatest of engineering structures and shaped the world in totally different way.
Fresh concrete is that stage of concrete in which concrete can be moulded and it …Read More..
1. Strength: The strength of concrete is basically referred to compressive strength and it depends upon …Read More..
Batching of Concrete It is the process of measuring concrete mix ingredients either by volume or …Read More..
Mixing of Concrete The mixing operation consists of rotation or stirring, the objective being to coat …Read More..
The operation of placing and compaction are interdependent and are carried out simultaneously. They are …Read More..
Bleeding in concrete is sometimes referred as water gain. It is a particular form of …Read More..
3(b). Segregation in concrete Segregation can be defined as the separation of the constituent materials of …Read More..
4. Hydration in concrete Concrete derives its strength by the hydration of cement particles. The hydration …Read More..
Air entrainment reduces the density of concrete and consequently reduces the strength. Air entrainment is …Read More..
Curing prevents moisture loss from the concrete or mortar and maintains the required humidity for …Read More..
Following is a quick reference to the requirements of clear cover for main reinforcement. Footings …Read More..