Evaluation of Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete Panels for Use in Military Construction
Evaluation of Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete Panels for Use in Military Construction

Author: Gilbert R. Williamson

Publisher:

Published: 1985

Total Pages: 25

ISBN-13:

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Glass fiber reinforced concrete (GFRC) materials are investigated for potential use in military construction, especially as exterior building panels. Because GFRC technology is relatively new, long-term durability data are lacking. However, reliable aging tests have been designed that allow the material's performance to be predicted past the 50-year lifetime required for military construction. Results indicate GFRC panels are suitable for use in military construction. The materials may, in many cases, provide an economical alternative to conventional construction. The recommendation for their acceptance includes the stipulation that proven methods to be used in the panels' design and application (e.g. steel stud frame backup and L anchors).

Fibre Reinforced Cementitious Composites
Fibre Reinforced Cementitious Composites

Author: Arnon Bentur

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2006-11-16

Total Pages: 624

ISBN-13: 1482267748

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Advanced cementitious composites can be designed to have outstanding combinations of strength (five to ten times that of conventional concrete) and energy absorption capacity (up to 1000 times that of plain concrete). This second edition brings together in one volume the latest research developments in this rapidly expanding area. The book is split

Durability of Concrete and Cement Composites
Durability of Concrete and Cement Composites

Author: Chris L. Page

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2007-06-30

Total Pages: 415

ISBN-13: 1845693396

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Whilst most structures made using concrete and cement-based composites have not shown signs of premature degradation, there have been notable exceptions. In addition, there is increasing pressure for new structures to remain in serviceable condition for long periods with only minimal maintenance before being recycled. All these factors have highlighted the issues of what affects the durability of these materials in different circumstances and how material properties can be measured and improved. Durability of concrete and cement composites summarises key research on these important topics. After an introductory chapter, the book reviews the pore structure and chemistry of cement-based materials, providing the foundation for understanding the particular aspects of degradation which are discussed in the following chapters. These include dimensional stability and cracking processes, chemical and microbiological degradation of concrete, corrosion of reinforcing and prestressing steels, deterioration associated with certain aggregates, effects of frost and problems involving fibre-reinforced and polymer-cement composites. With its distinguished international team of contributors, Durability of concrete and cement composites is a standard reference for all those concerned with improving the service life of structures using these materials. Analyses a range of materials such as reinforced steel in concrete, pre-stressed concrete and cement composites Discusses key degradation phenomena such as cracking processes and the impact of cold weather conditions A standard reference for those concerned with improving the service life of structures using concrete and cement based composites

Concrete Technology for a Sustainable Development in the 21st Century
Concrete Technology for a Sustainable Development in the 21st Century

Author: Odd E. Gjorv

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 1999-12-23

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 9780419250609

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Concrete technology for a sustainable development in the 21st century focuses on the problems and challenges for the concrete industry today and in the future with particular emphasis on environmental consiousness. Primary topics include: the improvement of concretes service life to ease technical and economical problems and the waste of natural resources; environmentally friendly concrete production including new production methods and recycling materials; and actually using concrete to solve environmental problems, for example through the containment of hazardous waste. The book is the result of the international workshop held in Lofoton, Norway. With very select contributions from the most distinguished international professional experts, this book provides a basic framework and guidelines for national and international bodies.

Latex Concrete Habitat
Latex Concrete Habitat

Author: Albert Knott and Ge Knott - Nez

Publisher: Trafford Publishing

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 134

ISBN-13: 1412039975

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In many war torn and poverty stricken regions, the indigenous architecture has been heavy mud and wattle roofs on thick mud walls. These structures, while cool in the summer, are of very low strength, are maintenance intensive, are time consuming to build, and are largely in massive disrepair. Replacing these mud structures with the light weight roofs of latex concrete produces a permanent architecture significantly more safe and strong, of very low maintenance, and of remarkably low cost, as the roofs can be built by available unskilled labor. The time required for reconstruction is considerably shorter than the time required to replace the older heavy construction, and the self-help characteristic of this new form of construction leads to more rapid recovery from disaster. This how-to-do-it manual teaches people how to build these new roofs.