Designing concrete for durability

Authors

  • A. J. Boyd Dep. of Civil Engineering, Univ. of Florida
  • S. Mindess Dep. of Civil Engineering, Univ. of British Columbia
  • J. Skalny Materials Service Life, Florida

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3989/mc.2001.v51.i263-264.351

Abstract


Some of the factors affecting the durability of modern concrete structures are discussed, with an emphasis on the problems caused by modern portland cements. This is followed by a description of some concrete durability issues of current interest, such as plastic shrinkage, seawater attack, and sulfate attack. The strategies for testing for durability are also discussed. It is concluded that, to produce durable concretes, a holistic approach to concrete construction must be adopted.

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Published

2001-12-30

How to Cite

Boyd, A. J., Mindess, S., & Skalny, J. (2001). Designing concrete for durability. Materiales De Construcción, 51(263-264), 37–53. https://doi.org/10.3989/mc.2001.v51.i263-264.351

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Research Articles