Title: Strain Development and Static Compressive Strength of Concrete Exposed to Water Pressure Loading

Author(s): Lars Bjerkli, Jacob Jensen, and Rolf Lenschow

Publication: Structural Journal

Volume: 90

Issue: 3

Appears on pages(s): 310-315

Keywords: axial loads; compressive strength; pore water pressure; strains; Structural Research

DOI: 10.14359/4189

Date: 5/1/1993

Abstract:
An experimental investigation was conducted to study the strain development and static compressive strength of concrete cylinders exposed to high water pressure loading. The experimental program included one low and one high-strength concrete, and one lightweight aggregate concrete. The cylinders were exposed to water pressure loading in pressure vessels for periods of up to 144 days. The test results show that pore pressure developed in the concrete specimens. The presence of pore pressure did not reduce the compressive strength of the concrete.