The Alkali-Silica Reaction in Concrete

ISBN-13: 9780216926912 / Angielski / Twarda / 1991 / 356 str.

Dr R N Swamy;R.N. Swamy;Dr R N Swamy

Opis

The deterioration of cement and concrete as a result of the alkali-silica reaction (concrete cancer) is one of the major problems facing civil, structural and mechanical engineers involved in the design, construction, repair and maintenance of structures. It is a global problem, and in this book, case studies from both developed and developing countries have been selected to provide an insight into how variables such as climate, geology, construction materials and methods, and building practice, have a bearing on the magnitude of the problem and an influence on remedial measures.

This book reviews the fundamental causes and spectrum effects of ASR. It considers he advances that have been made in our understanding of this problem throughout the world.

Spis treści

Introduction to alkali-aggregate reaction in concrete - A B Poole. Chemistry of the alkali-aggregate reaction - F P Glasser. Testing for alkali-silica reaction - R N Swamy. Role and effectiveness of mineral admixtures in relation to alkali-silica reaction - R N Swamy. Alkali-silica reaction - UK experience - I Sims. Alkali-silica reaction - Danish experience - S Chatterji, Z Fordos and N Thaulow. Alkali-silica reaction - Icelandic experience - H Olafsson. Alkali-silica reaction - Canadian experience - P E Grattan-Bellew. Alkali-aggregate reaction - New Zealand experience - D A St John. Alkali-silica reaction - Japanese experience - S Nishibayashi. Alkali-silica reaction - Indian experience - A K Mullick. Index.

O autorze

R M Swamy