Title: Why Slabs Curl-Part II

Author(s): Bruce A. Suprenant

Publication: Concrete International

Volume: 24

Issue: 4

Appears on pages(s): 59-64

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Date: 4/1/2002

Abstract:
Slabs curl due to differences in moisture distribution that create a shrinkage profile. This induces an applied curling moment within the slab. The amount of curling for a given moisture distribution however may not be unique. Some research and field experience helps us estimate the amount of curling deflection as affected by different factors.