Title: Benefits from International Interaction in Concrete Research and Development

Author(s): G. M.Idorn, P. Nerenst, and E. Poulsen

Publication: Symposium Paper

Volume: 100

Issue:

Appears on pages(s): 11-20

Keywords: concrete durability; concrete technology; field tests; petrography; research; tests; General

DOI: 10.14359/3519

Date: 4/1/1987

Abstract:
The importance for a small European community of early contact with powerful American research after World War II is described with emphasis on the integration of learning from the behavior of field concrete and from theoretical exploration of the basic nature of concrete. The tutorial and exchange contributions by K. and B. Mather are discussed, especially about their system approach to investigations of field concrete and their dedication to the development of research and testing. A survey of the changing conditions for concrete technology and research is outlined and, in conclusion, more integration of structural analyses and materials research are recommended.