Title:
Evolution of Watertight Construction Joint Design for Sanitary Engineering
structures
Author(s):
John H. Scarino
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
3
Issue:
4
Appears on pages(s):
48-52
Keywords:
concrete construction; construction joints;
history; joints (junctions); joint sealers; keys and
keyways; sanitary engineering; structural design;
waterproofing.
DOI:
Date:
4/1/1981
Abstract:
This paper traces the evolution of construction joints and notes use by the Romans in connection with aqueduct construction. However, the history of re-cognizable construction joints goes back to relatively recent times. The author concludes that additional testing and observations of actual performance of full-scale sanitary engineering structures in relation to watertight construction joints will have to be made. [Author]