The factors have been found to influence the test results to a great extent are: 1. Effect of Size and Shape of Specimen 2. Effect of Conditions of Casting 3. Effect of Moisture Content of Specimen 4. Effect of Temperature of Specimen at Test 5. Effect of Bearing Conditions 6. Effect of Rate of Loading. Factor # 1. Effect of [...]
Generally the factors that affect the strength of concrete are: 1. Age of Concrete 2. Coarse Aggregate 3. Richness of the Mix 4. Curing of Concrete 5. Temperature of Concrete. Factor # 1. Age of Concrete: The relation between the water/cement ratio and strength of concrete applies to one type of cement at one age only. Different types of cements [...]
In this article we will discuss about the relation between compressive and tensile strength of concrete. The theoretical compressive strength of concrete is eight times larger than its tensile strength. This implies a fixed relation between the compressive and tensile strength of concrete. In fact there is a close relation but not a direct proportionality. The ratio of tensile to [...]
The strength can be defined as the ability to resist force. With-regard to concrete for structural purposes it can be defined as the unit force required to cause rupture. Strength is a good index of most of the other properties of practical importance. In general stronger concretes are stiffer, more water tight and more resistant to weathering etc. Nature of [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Tensile Strength of Concrete 2. Flexure Strength 3. Impact Strength 4. Resistance to Abrasion of Concrete 5. Fatigue Strength. Tensile Strength of Concrete: The actual tensile strength of cement paste or similar brittle material as that of stone is very much lower than the theoretical strength estimated on the basis of molecular [...]
In this article we will discuss about the tests performed to determine the tensile and flexural strength of concrete. Tensile Strength of Concrete: Splitting Tension Test: The splitting tension test was developed in Brazil in 1943. Some times this test is also called as Brazilian test. However at about the same period this test was also developed in Japan independently. [...]
The factors that are significant which influence the core compressive strength of concrete are: 1. Moisture and Voids 2. Length/Diameter Ratio of Core 3. Diameter of Core 4. Position of Cut out Concrete in Structure 5. Direction of Drilling 6. Effect of Age. Factor # 1. Moisture and Voids: The moisture condition of the core influences the measured strength. It [...]