L Box Test on Self Compacting Concrete This test for self compacting concrete is based on a Japanese design for underwater concrete, has been described by Peterson. The test assesses the flow of the concrete and also the extent to ...
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V Funnel Test on Self Compacting Concrete
V funnel test and V funnel test at T 5 minutes on Self Compacting Concrete The equipment for V funnel test on self compacting concrete consists of a v shaped funnel as, shown in Fig. An alternative type of V-funnel, ...
Slump Flow Test on Self Compacting Concrete for Workability
Slump Flow Test and T 50 cm Test on Self Compacting Concrete The slump flow test is used assess the horizontal free flow of self compacting concrete in the absence of obstructions. It was first developed in Japan for use in ...
Tests on Building Stones – Strength and Properties of Stones
There are various tests on building stones to know its properties and suitability for various construction works. Tests on building stones provides physical and chemical properties as well as strength and hardness properties. Tests on Building Stones Following are different tests ...
Construction of Mosaic Flooring
For the construction of a mosaic flooring, a concrete base is prepared and over it lime surkhi mortar is spread to a depth of 5 to 8 cm and leveled. The area over which this is spread is restricted to ...
How to Lay In Situ Terrazzo (Marble Chips) Flooring? [PDF]
The terrazzo flooring is a composite material consisting of chips of marble, quartz, granite, glass, or other suitable material, mixed with a cementitious or polymeric binder, and poured to form flooring. The flooring is grounded and polished smooth to produce a uniformly textured surface. ...
How to Lay In-situ Granolithic Concrete Flooring? [PDF]
The granolithic concrete flooring is laid using rich concrete made with specially selected aggregate of high hardness, surface texture, and particle shape, which is adapted for heavy engineering factories, workshops, garages, warehouses, etc. The granolithic concrete is chosen because of ...
MACKINTOSH PROBE TEST
A wide range of dynamic and static penetrometers are available, with different types being used in different conditions of sub-strata materials. However, the objective of all probing is the same, namely to provide a profile of penetration resistance with depth, ...