by GCO | Feb 4, 2020 | Buildings & Structures
Abstract Development of geopolymer concrete (GPC) with industrial by-products is a solution to the disposal of the industrial wastes, thus making the concreting process sustainable. This paper focuses on the development of GPC using ground-granulated blast-furnace...
by GCO | Feb 4, 2020 | Buildings & Structures
Abstract In this study, different types of surface coatings were applied to concrete to assess their suitability for resisting physical salt attack (PSA). Concretes with different water-binder ratios (w/b) were tested and severe PSA conditions were implemented, using...
by GCO | Jan 29, 2020 | Buildings & Structures
Abstract A realistic assessment of the effect of curling stress on long-term performance of continuous reinforced concrete pavement (CRCP) is required in rational design. The main objective of this research is to quantify the thermal behavior of CRCP and the curling...
by GCO | Jan 28, 2020 | Buildings & Structures
Abstract Shear behavior of a reinforced concrete (RC) beam designed without transverse reinforcement is significantly influenced by the properties of concrete. This paper investigates the effect of fly ash incorporation as 20 and 30% of the total binder content in...
by GCO | Jan 28, 2020 | Buildings & Structures
Abstract This paper addresses a direct design approach for compressive arch action in reinforced concrete beams. Equilibrium and compatibility of the beam are established on a plastic hinge mechanism. The effects of axial and rotational stiffnesses are considered...
by GCO | Jan 9, 2020 | Buildings & Structures
Abstract Recycling of factory waste is an essential activity these days. Ceramic waste material is among the highest produced worldwide. The aim of this paper is to investigate the feasible application of ceramic waste powder (CWP) as an alternative cementitious...
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