Develop some of the factors that affect concrete strength, when using machine at a construction project site.
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Q: discuss factors that affect concrete strength, when using machine at a construction project si
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Q: What problems are likely to occur if concrete has too low a slump? Too high a slump? How can the…
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Q: would happen to concrete during early hours casting?
A: Since we only answer up to 3 sub-parts, we’ll answer the first 3. Please resubmit the question and…
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Q: On the 28th day after concrete was mixed, a 6.00-in-diameter concrete cylinder failed in a…
A: Given data, Diameter of cylinder d = 6 in Compressive load P = 145000 lb Factor of safety γ0 = 5
Q: n the 28th day after concrete was mixed, a 6.00-in-diame a compressive testing at a load of 145 000…
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Q: What is the importance of flexural strength in concrete?
A: Flexural strength is defined as the measure of the tensile strength of the concrete. Actually it is…
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A: Basic ingredients of concrete are as follows :- a) Cement b) Sand c) Aggregate d) Water
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A: In other words, the force of the compressive force is pushed together, while the strong force…
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Q: Why is strength the property most valued in concrete by designers and quality control engineers?
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Q: Explain why we need to use the smooth surface of the cubes for compressive strength testing. What…
A: Hi! Thank you for the question. As per the honor code, we’ll answer the first question since the…
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Q: According to ASTM C33 Standard Specification for concrete Aggregates, what is the nominal maximum…
A: Nominal maximum size: The minimum size through which the entire aggregate passes
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Q: minimum requirements of concrete must meet to in order to be useful as construction product?
A: Concrete is a composite material made up of cement, sand, coarse aggregates, water and chemical…
Q: What is the target mean strength (N/mm²) of the M30 grade concrete, if the standard deviation is…
A: given- grade of concrete=M30⇒fck=30 N/mm2standard deviation σ=5
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- What are some of the factors that affect concrete strength, when using machine to mix at a construction project site.The factors which affect the compressive strength of extracted concrete cores ?How does types of cement can affect the strength of concrete? Prepare your reasons by giving TWO (2) points of justification
- Explain the significance of curing in concrete construction and discuss different curing methods?minimum requirements of concrete must meet to in order to be useful as construction product?Urgent Take the unit weight of concrete to be 2400 kg/m3 and the specified compressive strength to be 28 MPa.From this, estimate the modulus of elasticity of concrete in GPa. (answer with complete solution) Final answer must be Ec = 26.752 GPa
- What's the importance of determining the soundness of cement to civil/structural engineers in the field especially with extreme weather conditions? (EXPLAIN THOROUGHLY)what are the effects of aggregates in the performance of concrete?Using the ACI code equation, estimate what would be the modulus of elasticity of this concrete at the required compressive strength if a project specifies a concrete strength of 24.1 MPa.
