Analysis and consequent account of initial accelerograms transformation will become the basis for site effect analysis at strong seismic loadings (fig. […]
Specified seismic fault and design seismic motion Read Post »
Satisfactory history of use of an aggregate in conditions similar to those proposed can often be used to deem an
Clay masonry units are specified in accordance with the required appearance and durability (refer to the summary table at the
These are metal devices used with bolts or lag screws for producing joints with fewer fasteners without reduction in strength. Several
To facilitate working problems across different sets of units, it is convenient to express the unit weight and density of
The following are some of the special mortars: 1. Cement clay mortar 2. Gauged mortar 3. Decorative mortar. 1. Cement
Federal specifications are written to establish minimum standards for purposes of competitive bidding and to ensure that government agencies will receive
Three exposure classes (XA1, XA2 and XA3) are described in BS EN 206-1 (2000) according to the aggressiveness of attack on
Sources of guidance for attack on concrete by acid and other aggressive chemicals Read Post »
Pores, especially the larger pores visible in backscatter SEM, are not distributed entirely uniformly within cement paste in concrete. One
Spatial distribution of pores in concretes: the ITZ Read Post »