Behaviour Of Lightweight Concrete Containing Periwinkle Shells At Elevated Temperature.
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Date
2010
Authors
Falade, F.
Ikponmwosa, E.E.
Ojediran, N.I.
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School of Engineering, Taylor's University, Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
Abstract
This study presents the results of the investigation of the response of
lightweight concrete to elevated temperature. Available literature indicates that
research works have not been carried out in this area. The variables are: mix
proportion, water/cement ratio, curing age and temperature. The parameters that
were measured are: compressive strength, density and bond characteristics of
the concrete matrix. The results showed that the compressive strength of
concrete decreased with increase in water/cement ratio and temperature but
increased with increase in curing age and cement content while the density
decreased with increase in temperature. The bond between the concrete matrix
also decreased as the temperature increased. Lightweight concrete containing
periwinkle shells is only suitable for structures that will be subjected to
temperature less than 300C
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Staff Publication
Keywords
Concretes cubes , Periwinkle shells
Citation
Falade,F. Et...al (2010) Behaviour Of Lightweight Concrete Containing Periwinkle Shells At Elevated Temperature. Journal of Engineering Science and Technology, School of Engineering, Taylor's University, Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Vol. 5, (4), p. 379 - 390