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Title: Properties of Lightweight Aggregates and Lightweight Concretes

Author(s): G. A. Washa

Publication: Journal Proceedings

Volume: 53

Issue: 10

Appears on pages(s): 375-382

Keywords: no keywords

DOI: 10.14359/11519

Date: 10/1/1956

Abstract:
Presents condensed history of use of lightweight aggregate. Lightweight concrete is divided into: cellular or foam concrete; no-fines or "popcorn" concrete; and lightweight-aggregate concrete. Properties of lightweight concrete are summarized. Lightweight aggregates, both mineral and vegetable, are enumerated, and the desirable and actual properties of lightweight mineral aggregates are discussed in some detail.




  


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