Concrete Technology

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Concrete Technology provides a comprehensive coverage of the theoretical and practical aspects of the subject and includes the latest developments in the field of concrete construction. It incorporates the latest Indian Standard specifications and codes regulating concrete construction. The book introduces the properties of concrete and its constituent materials and discusses therole of various admixtures in modifying these properties to suit specific requirements. Topics such as ready mixed concrete, reinforcement detailing, disaster-resistant construction, and concrete machinery have been treated exhaustively. Also discussed in detail are special concretes such as high-performance concrete, polymer concrete, and fibre-reinforced concrete in addition to the durability, maintenance, and quality control of concrete structures. An entire chapter has been devoted to concrete structures in special environmental conditions. The book concludes with a discussion on the future trends in concrete technology. A number of illustrative examples supplement text to aid easy understanding of the concepts discussed. The content of the book should serve the needs of both students and professionals. Key Features Presents a blend of theoretical and practical aspects Incorporates the provisions of the latest code, IS: 456-2000, in concrete Supports theory with illustrations and photographs Reinforces theoretical concepts by providing solved examples and end-chapter exercises

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A.R. Santhakumar Currently an emeritus professor at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras and former Dean and Chairman of the faculty of Civil Engineering, Anna University. Besides teaching, he provides consultancy to many organizations and has conducted numerous workshops in the field of concrete construction. He has designed a number of projects such as bridges, shelters, towers, dams, and plants for major public sector organizations. He has also received the ACCE Nagadi Award from the Association of Consulting Civil Engineers, India, for his book Transmission Line Towers published by McGraw Hill, Singapore. Dr Santhakumar has guided a number of Ph D students and has contributed several research papers to national and international journals Table of Contents Concrete: Past, Present, and Future Strength of Concrete Dimensional Stability of Concrete Constituent Materials Chemical and Mineral Admixtures Properties of Fresh and Hardened Concrete Proportioning Concrete Mix Concrete Reinforcement Durability Corrosion Lightweight Aggregate Concrete High-strength Concrete High-performance Concrete Polymers in Concrete Steel-fibre-reinforced Concrete Ready Mixed Concrete Mass Concrete Formwork Structural Concrete Block Masonry Quality Control of Concrete Construction Repair Materials Repair and Rehabilitation Concrete Structures in Special Environments Concreting under Special Circumstances Tests on Concrete Disaster-resistant Structures Appendix 26 Special Materials in Construction Concreting Machinery and Equipment Performance and Maintenance of Concrete Structures Appendix 29.1 Future Trends in Concrete Technology Review Questions Bibliography Index