Concrete & Cement

Chemical admixtures are used to modify the properties and behaviour of fresh and hardened concrete. They enable more economic construction and the achievement of special properties such as high strength or durability. This book presents new research information from an International RILEM Symposium ..

This work comprehensively explores the field of 'aggregates', from natural deposits through to finished products, including sections on the aggregates market in France, tests and specifications, transportation, quarrying, and crushing and grinding...

This book provides a detailed guide to the selection and use of aggregates in concrete. It presents an overview of aggregate sources and production techniques, followed by a detailed study of their physical, mechanical and chemical properties. Then it looks at the use of aggregates in both plastic a..

This is the first English-language book to review and summarize research in alkali-activated cements and concrete. It includes coverage of new types of binder, hydration and microstructure development of alkali-activated slag cements, mechanical properties and durability of alkali-activated slag cem..

The book discusses methods that can be used for in situ non-destructive testing to assess the effects of AAR, and in-service measurements and load-testing to assess the present and future safety of reinforced concrete structures. Methods of repair and rehabilitation and their long-term success are a..

Corrosion of steel reinforcement in concrete is a major problem, with serious implications for structural integrity and durability particularly for bridges and marine structures. This new book provides a thorough overview of recent developments and applications in this area...

This book provides a thorough review of the properties and use of the principal chemical admixtures for use in concrete. Concise and clearly presented, the book includes extensive references to key sources of information. The presentation of each admixture is in a standard format, which helps the re..

This is a comprehensive guide to autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) for designers, specifiers, users and manufacturers. It provides a model code of practice for the structural use of AAC and provides designers with a complete guide to the structural use of AAC in structural applications in building...

These proceedings derive from the work of the Technical Committee of the Japan Concrete Institute. Topics include test/prediction methods, the science of autogenous shrinkage, strain and stress, and consequent design concerns...

In this rigorously presented work experienced concrete specialist Pierre-Claude Aïtcin outlines the concept of an ideal hydraulic binder that is both very efficient technically and ecologically, and durable...

Calcium Aluminate Cements..

Cement and concrete are of great interest to the construction and civil engineering communities. This study provides an appreciation of the complex nature of these materials and a realization that most of the failures involving concrete constructions are preventable...