Title: Abstract of: Joints in Concrete Structures

Author(s): ACI Committee 224

Publication: Structural Journal

Volume: 92

Issue: 2

Appears on pages(s): 258-260

Keywords: bridges; buildings; canals; canal linings; concrete construction; construction joints; design; environmental engineering concrete structures; isolation joints ; joints; parking lots; pavements; runways; slabs on grade; tunnels; tunnel linings.

DOI: 10.14359/9656

Date: 3/1/1995

Abstract:
This report reviews the state of the art in design, construction, and mainte-nance of joints in concrete structures subjected to a wide variety of use and environmental conditions. In some cases, the option of eliminating joints is considered. Aspects of various joint sealant materials and jointing techniques are discussed. The reader is referred to ACI 504R for a more comprehensive treatment of sealant materials, and to ACI 224R for a broad discussion of the causes and control of cracking in concrete construction. Chapters in the report focus on various types of structures and structural elements with unique characteristics: buildings, bridges slabs on grade, tunnel linings, canal linings, precast concrete pipe, liquid-retaining structures, walls, and mass concrete.