Title: A Theoretical Method for Predicting the Shrinkage of Concrete

Author(s): Norbert K. Becker and Cameron MacInnis

Publication: Journal Proceedings

Volume: 70

Issue: 9

Appears on pages(s): 652-657

Keywords: cement pastes: cements: columns (supports): concrete slabs: concretes: diffusion theory: drying shrinkage: mortars (material) : rectangular beams; reinforced concrete:reinforcing steels: research; shrinkage.

DOI: 10.14359/11236

Date: 9/1/1973

Abstract:
A general method for predicting the shrinkage of concrete, based on linear diffusion theory, is described. Equations and graphical solutions for the shrinkage of slabs, rectangular beams and circular columns are presented and applied to a wide variety of published experimental data. The accuracy of the proposed method appears to be unaffected by the mix proportioning, specimen size or shape symmetrical steel reinforcing, or ambient relative humidity.