Title:
Robust self compacting concrete for bridge construction
Author(s):
Peter Simonsson, Mats Emborg
Publication:
NCR
Volume:
44
Issue:
10
Appears on pages(s):
143-160
Keywords:
SCC, flowability, robustness, aggregate moisture, viscosity modifying agent
DOI:
Date:
12/15/2011
Abstract:
Although Self Compacting Concrete (SCC) has many advantages over traditional vibrated concrete (TVC) its rate of adoption in cast in-situ construction is still low. To increase the use of SCC technical problems need to be solved and it is important to convince the market of all the direct and indirect benefits that can be realized by using SCC. This research aims to establish recommendations for robust mixes. Particular focus is on invariance to changes in aggregate composition and it is demonstrated that it is possible to develop robust SCC mixes that are tailored to the requirements of flowability.
Norwegian Concrete Association, International Partner Access
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