Concrete

Author : Mary Soderstrom
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2020-10-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0889777861

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Concrete by Mary Soderstrom Pdf

Imagine what the world would be like without concrete: there'd be no high-rises, no grand irrigation projects, no lettuce from southern climes in the winter, no multi-lane highways crisscrossing continents, a shortage of electricity, more mud in some places, more solitude in others. But because of the fossil fuels and other resources required to make concrete, there also would be less CO2 in the atmosphere and less dramatic climate change. In Concrete: From Ancient Origins to a Problematic Future, Soderstrom tells the story of concrete's glorious past, extravagant present, and uncertain future with careful research, lively anecdotes, and thoughtful reflection. The framework for this exploration is one the Romans--famous for concrete structures that are still strong--would understand: the four elements of Earth, Fire, Water, and Air. "[For] those of us who are thinking about, and educating for, deep cultural change, . . . for those of us that care about what it means to be good, in the deepest sense; to participants in an earth-system that is failing at human hands, in the context of recognizing the repercussions of the Anthropocene." --Laura Sewall, author of Sight and Sensibility: The Ecopsychology of Perception

Author : Michael McClelland,Graeme Stewart
Publisher : Coach House Books
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1552451933

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Concrete Toronto by Michael McClelland,Graeme Stewart Pdf

In the sixties, architecture fell in love with concrete. Architecture has since shifted its fondness to glass and steel, and concrete buildings have fallen out of favor and into disrepair. But they represent an exciting era of faith in architecture and technical innovation that has yet to be documented.Concrete Torontoacts as a guidebook to the city's extensive concrete heritage. Architects, journalists, professors, concrete experts, and even the original architects use a wealth of new and archival photos, drawings, interviews, articles, and case studies to celebrate Toronto's concrete past.

Author : Canadian Portland Cement Association
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 822 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Concrete construction
ISBN : UCSD:31822035557925

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Concrete Design Handbook by Canadian Portland Cement Association Pdf

Author : Peter Hewlett
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 1092 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2003-11-12
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0080535410

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Lea's Chemistry of Cement and Concrete by Peter Hewlett Pdf

Lea's Chemistry of Cement and Concrete deals with the chemical and physical properties of cements and concretes and their relation to the practical problems that arise in manufacture and use. As such it is addressed not only to the chemist and those concerned with the science and technology of silicate materials, but also to those interested in the use of concrete in building and civil engineering construction. Much attention is given to the suitability of materials, to the conditions under which concrete can excel and those where it may deteriorate and to the precautionary or remedial measures that can be adopted. First published in 1935, this is the fourth edition and the first to appear since the death of Sir Frederick Lea, the original author. Over the life of the first three editions, this book has become the authority on its subject. The fourth edition is edited by Professor Peter C. Hewlett, Director of the British Board of Agrement and visiting Industrial Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Dundee. Professor Hewlett has brought together a distinguished body of international contributors to produce an edition which is a worthy successor to the previous editions.

Author : Pierre-Claude Aïtcin,Robert J Flatt
Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
Page : 666 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2015-11-12
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780081006962

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Science and Technology of Concrete Admixtures by Pierre-Claude Aïtcin,Robert J Flatt Pdf

Science and Technology of Concrete Admixtures presents admixtures from both a theoretical and practical point-of-view. The authors emphasize key concepts that can be used to better understand the working mechanisms of these products by presenting a concise overview on the fundamental behavior of Portland cement and hydraulic binders as well as their chemical admixtures, also discussing recent effects in concrete in terms of rheology, mechanics, durability, and sustainability, but never forgetting the fundamental role played by the water/binder ratio and proper curing in concrete technology. Part One presents basic knowledge on Portland cement and concrete, while Part Two deals with the chemical and physical background needed to better understand what admixtures are chemically, and through which mechanism they modify the properties of the fresh and hardened concrete. Subsequent sections present discussions on admixtures technology and two particular types of concrete, self-consolidating and ultra-high strength concretes, with final remarks on their future. Combines the knowledge of two leading authors to present both the scientific and technology of admixtures Explains what admixtures are from a chemical point-of-view and illustrates by which mechanisms they modify the properties of fresh and hardened concrete Presents a fundamental, practical, and innovative reference book on the topic Contains three detailed appendices that can be used to learn how to use admixtures more efficiently

Author : Mark West
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 565 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2016-11-10
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781317380924

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The Fabric Formwork Book by Mark West Pdf

Concrete is the most used man-made material in the world and is the fundamental physical medium for most of the world’s architecture and construction. The character of concrete is largely the product of the rigid moulds that have shaped it since its invention in antiquity. The advent of flexible moulds, however, marks a radical break from conventional practice – and conventional concrete architecture. The Fabric Formwork Book provides the first comprehensive handbook on the emerging technology of flexible moulds for reinforced concrete architecture. Written by the foremost expert in the field, this book takes a comprehensive and generous approach that includes technical, historical and theoretical aspects of the subject. The book: concentrates on simple flat-sheet formworks contains detailed technical descriptions of how to construct a wide range of formworks for various applications features case studies from around the world critiques the difficulties and advantages in each case it covers provides instruction and guidance on how to model and design fabric-formed structures includes the most comprehensive history of fabric formwork yet published features essays from guest expert authors, which explore the theoretical, historical, and poetic significance of flexibly formed architecture and structures discusses fabric formwork as an exemplary approach to sustainable construction through its simplicity and efficiency. Beautifully designed and illustrated with a superb range of images, diagrams and technical drawings, the book both informs and inspires. Speaking directly and plainly to professionals, students and academics, the language used is both clear and precise, and care is taken to avoid opaque technical or academic jargon. Technical terms, when used, are clearly described and a special glossary is included to make the book as widely accessible as possible.

Author : J. Marchand,Ivan Odler,Jan P. Skalny
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2001-10-11
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780203301623

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Sulfate Attack on Concrete by J. Marchand,Ivan Odler,Jan P. Skalny Pdf

Sulfate Attack on Concrete provides a comprehensive reference to this important subject. It covers: a short history of concrete deterioration due to sulfate attack, the origin of sulfates in concrete, the importance of appropriate concrete processing, forms and physical-chemical mechanisms of concrete deterioration due to sulfates, preventative mea

Author : Chris L. Page,M M Page
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2007-06-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781845693398

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Durability of Concrete and Cement Composites by Chris L. Page,M M Page Pdf

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

Author : Tupac Shakur
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2009-02-03
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780671028459

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The Rose that Grew from Concrete by Tupac Shakur Pdf

A collection of verse by the late hip-hop star Tupac Shakur includes more than one hundred poems confronting such wide-ranging topics as poverty, motherhood, Van Gogh, and Mandela.

Author : K. Dirk Bondy,Bryan Allred
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2017-08-08
Category : Concrete slabs
ISBN : 9781483446998

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Post-Tensioned Concrete: Principles and Practice, Third Edition by K. Dirk Bondy,Bryan Allred Pdf

The book combines history with academic notes for use at the university level, presenting design examples from actual jobs with applications and detailing for the practicing engineer. Chapter 1 tells the history of post-tensioned concrete as only Ken Bondy can tell it. Chapters 2-8 are the notes Dirk Bondy uses to teach Design of Prestressed Concrete Structures at UCLA and Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo. Chapters 9-13 are design examples that address many of the decisions faced by practicing engineers on typical projects. Chapters 13-14 cover the art of detailing and observing the construction of post-tensioned concrete. This knowledge was obtained over many years of working on our own projects and listening and learning from the the pioneers of post-tensioned concrete. Chapter 15 covers the slab on grade industry, which represents more sales of post-tensioning tendons than all other post-tensioning applications combined. Chapter 16 discusses the challenging application of post-tensioning-external post-tensioning.

Author : Odd E. Gjørv,Koji Sakai,Nemkumar Banthia
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 874 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Concrete
ISBN : 0419238808

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Concrete Under Severe Conditions 2 by Odd E. Gjørv,Koji Sakai,Nemkumar Banthia Pdf

Author : Ali Nazari,Jay G Sanjayan
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 442 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2016-09-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128045404

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Handbook of Low Carbon Concrete by Ali Nazari,Jay G Sanjayan Pdf

Handbook of Low Carbon Concrete brings together the latest breakthroughs in the design, production, and application of low carbon concrete. In this handbook, the editors and contributors have paid extra attention to the emissions generated by coarse aggregates, emissions due to fine aggregates, and emissions due to cement, fly ash, GGBFS, and admixtures. In addition, the book provides expert coverage on emissions due to concrete batching, transport and placement, and emissions generated by typical commercially produced concretes. Includes the tools and methods for reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases Explores technologies, such as carbon capture, storage, and substitute cements Provides essential data that helps determine the unique factors involved in designing large, new green cement plants

Author : Anne Garréta
Publisher : Deep Vellum Publishing
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2021-05-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781646050567

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In Concrete by Anne Garréta Pdf

Garréta’s first novel in a decade follows the mania that descends upon a family when the father finds himself in possession of a concrete mixer. As he seeks to modernize every aspect of their lives, disaster strikes when the younger sister is subsumed by concrete. Through puns, wordplay, and dizzying verbal effect, Garréta reinvents the novel form and blurs the line between spoken and written language in an attempt to confront the elasticity of communication.

Author : Fernando Pacheco-Torgal,S Jalali,João Labrincha,V M John
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 624 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2013-02-04
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780857098993

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Eco-Efficient Concrete by Fernando Pacheco-Torgal,S Jalali,João Labrincha,V M John Pdf

Eco-efficient concrete is a comprehensive guide to the characteristics and environmental performance of key concrete types. Part one discusses the eco-efficiency and life cycle assessment of Portland cement concrete, before part two goes on to consider concrete with supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs). Concrete with non-reactive wastes is the focus of part three, including municipal solid waste incinerator (MSWI) concrete, and concrete with polymeric, construction and demolition wastes (CDW). An eco-efficient approach to concrete carbonation is also reviewed, followed by an investigation in part four of future alternative binders and the use of nano and biotech in concrete production. With its distinguished editors and international team of expert contributors, Eco-efficient concrete is a technical guide for all professionals, researchers and academics currently or potentially involved in the design, manufacture and use of eco-efficient concrete. The first part of the book examines the eco-efficiency and life cycle assessment of Portland cement concrete Chapters in the second part of the book consider concrete with supplementary cementitious materials, including properties and performance Reviews the eco-efficient approach to concrete carbonation

Author : Fu-Tung Cheng
Publisher : Taunton Press
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2004-04
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1561586803

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Concrete Countertops by Fu-Tung Cheng Pdf

From designing and forming to coloring, troweling, and curing, this comprehensive guide explores one of the newest trends in home design--concrete countertops. 350 color photos. Illustrations.