Construction and Building Materials articles from April 2000

Construction and Building Materials archives from April 2000

Performance characteristics of lateritic soil bricks fired at low temperatures: a case study of Cameroon.
April 1, 2000... Abstract This work represents an effort to study the improvement of physical and mechanical properties of some Cameroonian lateritic soil bricks by stabilization through heat (at very low temperatures), with a view to finding their...

Improved assessment of mass concrete dams using acoustic travel time tomography. Part I--theory.
April 1, 2000... Abstract This is the first part of an investigation on improved assessment of mass concrete dams using Acoustic Travel Time Tomography (ATTT). It presents the concept and basic science for ATTT. ATTT combines aspects of ultrasonic...

Improved assessment of mass concrete dams using acoustic travel time tomography. Part II--application.
April 1, 2000... Abstract The aging of key elements of our civil infrastructure, including dams, is presenting new challenges for the development of methodology that will adequately predict remaining safe life, and identify those structures where remedial...

Tensile properties and pullout behaviour of AFRP and CFRP rods for grouted anchor applications.(fiber reinforced plastic rods)
April 1, 2000... Abstract Fiber-reinforced-plastic (FRP) rods have been introduced in the market for grouted ground anchors. The resistance to corrosion and chemical attack, high strength-to-weight ratio, and ease of handling of these rods make them a...

A new method for evaluating the surface roughness of concrete cut for repair or strengthening.
April 1, 2000... Abstract Deterioration to concrete structures usually starts at the surface and progresses into the structure. The deteriorated concrete has to be removed and replaced by new repair material, which leads to a composite concrete/repair...

Calendar.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2000... Calendar Event Date and venue Details from 2000 11th International 11-16 June Dr Josee Duchesne, Conference on Quebec City, Secretariat of the 11th...