This document discusses aggregates which are inert materials mixed with cement to produce concrete. It defines aggregates and describes their properties and types. Aggregates can be classified based on grain size, origin, density or shape. The main types are fine aggregates like sand, and coarse aggregates like gravel. Fine aggregates pass through a 4.75mm sieve while coarse aggregates are retained. Properties of aggregates that affect concrete like composition, size and texture are also covered. The goal is to educate civil engineers on aggregates used in construction.
Aggregates are a combination of different sized stones used in construction. They are classified based on size, source, and density. Common types include natural and crushed coarse and fine aggregates. Aggregates must be hard, durable, and free of organic matter or other impurities. Tests are conducted to determine properties like strength, hardness, porosity, and water absorption. Sieve analysis tests the particle size distribution and grading of aggregates.
Stones have been used in construction for thousands of years in buildings all over the world. They are classified geologically based on their mode of formation as igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic rocks. Igneous rocks form from cooling magma, sedimentary rocks form from compressed sediments, and metamorphic rocks form from changes to existing rocks. Stones are also classified chemically based on their dominant composition of silica, calcareous, or argillaceous minerals. Structurally, stones can occur as massive unstratified rocks, stratified layered rocks, or foliated banded rocks. Many historical structures were constructed of stone and it remains an important building material.
The document discusses factors that affect the health of structures such as design flaws, environmental effects, material quality issues, and deterioration over time. It also covers various types of structural defects, distress, and deterioration that can occur like cracking, spalling, corrosion, and outlines the importance of maintenance to address these issues through preventative, remedial, routine and special maintenance practices as well as regular inspections. The stages of inspection including pre-monsoon, monsoon and post-monsoon checks are important to properly maintain structures.
This document summarizes information about bricks, including their composition, types, manufacturing process, quality standards, and uses. Bricks are made from clay and are a common building material used worldwide in structures. The document outlines the various classes of bricks based on their quality and burning, and describes how bricks are manufactured through processes of clay preparation, molding, drying, and burning. It also discusses tests conducted on bricks to assess properties like absorption, strength, and size. Bricks have many applications in construction as basic building blocks for walls, floors, and other structural elements.
This presentation discusses structural design. Structural design applies math and science concepts to design structures for stability and sustainability. The structural design process involves several steps: 1) The architect designs the building layout. 2) The structural engineer designs the structure to fit the architecture and chooses structural systems. 3) A general layout is developed considering loads, material selection, and cost. 4) Loads are calculated and stress analysis is performed. 5) Structural elements are selected. 6) Drawings and specifications are created. 7) Approvals are obtained before proceeding to construction. Structural drawings use different scales and show dimensions, lines, and projections to convey design details.
Construction Materials and Engineering - Module II - Lecture NotesSHAMJITH KM
This document provides information on various construction materials including paints, plastics, rubber, and aluminum. It discusses the ingredients, properties, types, and applications of paints. It also outlines the classification, characteristics, uses, advantages, and limitations of plastics. Details are provided on types of rubber like natural and synthetic rubber. Applications of aluminum in construction are also mentioned.
Aggregates are a combination of different sized stones used in construction. They are classified based on size, source, and density. Common types include natural and crushed coarse and fine aggregates. Aggregates must be hard, durable, and free of organic matter or other impurities. Tests are conducted to determine properties like strength, hardness, porosity, and water absorption. Sieve analysis tests the particle size distribution and grading of aggregates.
Stones have been used in construction for thousands of years in buildings all over the world. They are classified geologically based on their mode of formation as igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic rocks. Igneous rocks form from cooling magma, sedimentary rocks form from compressed sediments, and metamorphic rocks form from changes to existing rocks. Stones are also classified chemically based on their dominant composition of silica, calcareous, or argillaceous minerals. Structurally, stones can occur as massive unstratified rocks, stratified layered rocks, or foliated banded rocks. Many historical structures were constructed of stone and it remains an important building material.
The document discusses factors that affect the health of structures such as design flaws, environmental effects, material quality issues, and deterioration over time. It also covers various types of structural defects, distress, and deterioration that can occur like cracking, spalling, corrosion, and outlines the importance of maintenance to address these issues through preventative, remedial, routine and special maintenance practices as well as regular inspections. The stages of inspection including pre-monsoon, monsoon and post-monsoon checks are important to properly maintain structures.
This document summarizes information about bricks, including their composition, types, manufacturing process, quality standards, and uses. Bricks are made from clay and are a common building material used worldwide in structures. The document outlines the various classes of bricks based on their quality and burning, and describes how bricks are manufactured through processes of clay preparation, molding, drying, and burning. It also discusses tests conducted on bricks to assess properties like absorption, strength, and size. Bricks have many applications in construction as basic building blocks for walls, floors, and other structural elements.
This presentation discusses structural design. Structural design applies math and science concepts to design structures for stability and sustainability. The structural design process involves several steps: 1) The architect designs the building layout. 2) The structural engineer designs the structure to fit the architecture and chooses structural systems. 3) A general layout is developed considering loads, material selection, and cost. 4) Loads are calculated and stress analysis is performed. 5) Structural elements are selected. 6) Drawings and specifications are created. 7) Approvals are obtained before proceeding to construction. Structural drawings use different scales and show dimensions, lines, and projections to convey design details.
Construction Materials and Engineering - Module II - Lecture NotesSHAMJITH KM
This document provides information on various construction materials including paints, plastics, rubber, and aluminum. It discusses the ingredients, properties, types, and applications of paints. It also outlines the classification, characteristics, uses, advantages, and limitations of plastics. Details are provided on types of rubber like natural and synthetic rubber. Applications of aluminum in construction are also mentioned.
Mortar is a workable paste used to bind construction blocks together and fill gaps. It is typically made of sand, a binder like cement or lime, and water. Mortar hardens after setting to form a rigid structure. Different types of mortar are used depending on the binder, intended use, and required properties. Cement mortar provides high strength and is used for load-bearing walls. Lime mortar is used above ground, while mud mortar is a cheaper option for ordinary buildings. Special mortars include fire-resistant, lightweight, and sound absorbing varieties.
This document discusses various factors that affect the choice of building construction materials. It describes key properties that materials must have for different applications, including strength, resistance to water, acids, fire, weathering, frost, and durability. The document emphasizes that understanding materials' properties allows choosing the optimal material for a given service condition or climate. Standardization is also important to ensure materials meet minimum quality levels and drive industry improvement.
This document provides an overview of concrete, including its composition, properties, production process, and testing. Some key points:
- Concrete is a composite material made of cement, fine and coarse aggregates, and water. It can be classified based on its cementing material, mix proportions, performance specifications, grade, density, and place of casting.
- The production of concrete involves batching, mixing, transporting, placing, compacting, curing, and finishing. Proper batching and mixing are important to ensure uniform strength. Compaction removes entrapped air for maximum strength. Curing maintains moisture for proper hardening.
- Concrete properties depend on water-cement ratio, with maximum theoretical
Aggregates are a combination of different sized stones used in construction. They are classified based on size, source, and density. Fine aggregates are less than 5mm while coarse aggregates are greater than 5mm. Natural aggregates come from sources like rivers while manufactured aggregates are crushed. Normal weight aggregates have densities from 1520-1680kg/m3 while lightweight aggregates are less than 1120kg/m3. Tests are conducted to determine properties like strength, hardness, durability and water absorption. Sieve analysis tests the grading and ensures a range of aggregate sizes are present.
This document provides an overview of the properties of concrete. It discusses the key ingredients of concrete including cement, fine and coarse aggregates, water, and admixtures. It explains that concrete is a composite material consisting of a binding medium within which particles of aggregate are embedded. The document also outlines the advantages of concrete such as its compressive strength and durability, and the disadvantages including its low tensile strength and cracking due to shrinkage. Finally, it lists the qualities of good concrete including workability, strength, density, and resistance to wear and tear.
PARTIAL REPLACEMENT OF COARSE AGGREGATE WITH WASTECERAMIC TILE IN CONCRETELokeshShirbhate2
PARTIAL REPLACEMENT OF COARSE AGGREGATE WITH WASTECERAMIC TILE IN CONCRETE.
This Presentation is Describe the behavior of concrete after the use of Ceramic tiles in concrete as a replacement of coarse Aggregate.
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This document discusses different types of scaffolding and formwork used in construction. It outlines four major types of scaffolding - brick-layer scaffolding, mason's scaffolding, needle scaffolding, and steel scaffolding. It also discusses different materials used for formwork like timber, plywood, steel, and aluminum and their advantages. Centering is defined as the part of formwork that supports horizontal surfaces like beam bottoms and slabs.
This document discusses concrete distress, its causes, and concrete repair systems. It defines distress as damage to concrete that can occur during production or service life due to varying conditions. Common causes of distress include structural loads, errors in design and construction, drying shrinkage, corrosion, and deterioration over time from chemical reactions, freezing/thawing, or weathering. Proper concrete repair requires determining the cause of damage, evaluating its extent, selecting repair methods, preparing the surface, applying repair materials, and curing. Durable repairs depend on high quality workmanship and materials to ensure the repair is well-bonded and resistant to future distress.
This document discusses lime mortar, including its composition, types, and preparation methods. It notes that lime mortar is composed of lime and sand mixed with water, and can be classified as non-hydraulic, hydraulic, or black based on ingredients. Non-hydraulic lime mortar uses fat lime and sand, while hydraulic uses class A or B limes. Black mortar contains lime and ash. Lime mortar can be prepared using a bullock-driven mill or power-driven mill. The properties and uses of lime mortar are also summarized.
Cement and concrete blocks are alternative materials for masonry construction. Concrete blocks have a glossier finish and higher strength than cement blocks but are more expensive with greater dead weight. Blocks come in solid, hollow, and cellular forms and various dimensions. Using blocks requires less mortar and construction time than other materials like bricks, resulting in lower costs. Proper storage, testing of strength and dimensions, and reinforcement of the blocks can improve durability. Aluminium is also used for partitions and has an aesthetic appearance while being light, durable, and reusable.
The aggregate is a relatively inert material and it imparts volume stability.
The aggregate provide about 75% of the body of the concrete and hence its influence is extremely important (70 to 80 %)
An aggregate should be of proper shape and size, clean, hard and well graded.
It must possess chemical stability and it must exhibit abrasion resistance.
Classification of Aggregate
I. Classification Based on Size
a. Fine aggregates:
b. Coarse aggregates:
II. Classification Based on Shape
a. Rounded aggregate:
b. Irregular aggregates
c. Angular aggregates
d. Flaky and elongated aggregates
III. Classification based on unit weight
a. Normal weight aggregates
b. Heavy weight aggregates
c. Light weight aggregates
The physical properties of aggregates are;
1. Shape
2. Size
3. Color
4. Texture
5. Gradation
6. Fineness modulus
Effect of aggregate properties on concrete
a. Particle Size, Grading and Dust Content
b. Particle Shape
c. Particle Surface Texture
d. Water Absorption
fineness modulus - According to IS 2386-1963, the sieves that are to be used for the sieve analysis of the aggregate for concrete are 80mm, 40mm, 20mm, 10mm, 4.75mm, 2.36mm, 1.18mm, 600m, 300m and 150m.
Gradation of aggregates
Gradation refers to the particle size distribution of aggregates.
The gradation of coarse aggregate plays an important role in workability and paste requirements.
The gradation of fine aggregate affects the workability and finishing ability of concrete.
Types of gradation:
a. Well graded
b. Poor / Uniform graded
c. Gap graded
Mechanical Properties
The following are the properties to be analyzed for aggregates, they are
a. Toughness
b. Hardness
c. Specific gravity
d. Bulk Density
e. Porosity and absorption of aggregates
f. Moisture content of aggregate
Mechanical Strength Test
a. Crushing strength Test
b. Impact strength Test
c. Abrasion Test (Los Angeles Test)
Water (for concrete)
Water is the most important material for construction, especially for making concrete.
The purpose of water in concrete are
a. It distributes the cement evenly.
b. It reacts with cement chemically and produces calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H) gel which gives the strength to concrete.
c. It provides for workability, i.e., it lubricates the mix.
d. Hence, for construction, quantity and quality of water is as important as cement.
As water quantity goes up in a mix (ill effect), the following are the effects:
a. Strength decreases
b. Durability decreases
c. Workability increases
d. Cohesion decreases
e. Economy may increase at the expense of quality and reliability.
Quality of water for concrete (IS10500:2012)
a. Chlorides: They can cause corrosion of steel reinforcement, can accelerate setting.
b. Sulphates: They reduce long-term strength levels.
c. Organic matter: If an alga is present, water should not be used. It will affect the setting and strength development.
d. Sugar: It will retard setting time.
e. Wastewater: It should never be used in construction.
The document provides an introduction to the repair and rehabilitation of structures. It discusses factors contributing to damages in buildings from construction through use. Common causes of distress in concrete structures are then outlined, including construction errors, environmental factors, and chemical reactions. The objectives of conducting a condition survey of a distressed structure are presented, including identifying causes and assessing the extent of damage. The stages of a condition survey are described, beginning with a preliminary inspection, planning, visual inspection, and potentially field and laboratory testing. Classification of damage into different classes is also covered to help assess repair needs.
This document provides an overview of various civil engineering materials including timber, sand, aggregate, mortar, and concrete. It discusses the types, properties, requirements and uses of each material. Timber types include hardwood and softwood. Sand is classified as fine, medium, or coarse. Aggregate can be natural or artificial, and classified by size as fine or coarse aggregate. Mortar requirements include workability and water retention. Mortar types include cement, lime, lightweight, fire resistant, and mud mortar. Concrete uses cement, water, aggregates and sometimes admixtures to bond together with strength, durability and versatility.
concrete which has enabled the study of chloride diffusion in concrete (which causes corrosion of reinforcement). Concrete is, after all, a macro-material strongly influenced by its nano-properties and understanding it at this new level is yielding new avenues for improvement of strength, durability and monitoring.
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Brick masonry involves laying bricks together with mortar to form walls or structures. There are different brick bonds like English, Flemish, and header bonds that are used. Bricks are available in various sizes and classes depending on their quality. Masonry tools and proper techniques are needed to lay bricks correctly. Tests are done to ensure brick quality and defects can occur if bricks absorb too much water or have soluble salts. Overall, brick masonry is a durable and fire resistant building method.
Aggregates are granular materials such as sand, gravel, crushed stone and recycled concrete used with cementing materials like cement or asphalt to produce concrete or asphalt. They make up 75% of concrete and over 90% of asphalt. Aggregates must be strong, durable and meet certain shape and size requirements. Common tests evaluate properties like strength, hardness, absorption and abrasion resistance. Sources of aggregates in Pakistan include limestone from Margalla Hills and Salt Range as well as dolomite deposits in Hazara and Kashmir regions.
This document discusses rehabilitation and retrofitting of structures to improve their resistance to earthquakes. It notes that earthquakes themselves do not cause deaths but collapsed buildings do. It then discusses causes of building failures in developing countries during earthquakes. The document outlines several past damaging earthquakes and their impacts. It discusses common causes of failure of masonry and reinforced concrete buildings during earthquakes. Finally, it describes various rehabilitation and retrofitting methods that can be used to strengthen existing structures, such as adding reinforcement, jacketing, and seismic belts.
Aggregates make up 70-80% of concrete and influence its properties. Coarse aggregates are retained on a 4.75mm sieve while fine aggregates pass through. Concrete is made through batching, mixing, transporting, placing, compacting, and curing its ingredients which include cement, water, sand, gravel, and sometimes admixtures. Proper testing ensures aggregates meet requirements for properties like strength, durability, and grading. Recycled aggregates can also be used from construction debris.
The document summarizes the key properties and classifications of aggregates used to make concrete. It discusses that aggregates provide bulk and strength to concrete. It classifies aggregates based on their geological origin, size, shape, grading, and unit weight. The summary properties of fine and coarse aggregates are also provided, including requirements for good aggregates.
Mortar is a workable paste used to bind construction blocks together and fill gaps. It is typically made of sand, a binder like cement or lime, and water. Mortar hardens after setting to form a rigid structure. Different types of mortar are used depending on the binder, intended use, and required properties. Cement mortar provides high strength and is used for load-bearing walls. Lime mortar is used above ground, while mud mortar is a cheaper option for ordinary buildings. Special mortars include fire-resistant, lightweight, and sound absorbing varieties.
This document discusses various factors that affect the choice of building construction materials. It describes key properties that materials must have for different applications, including strength, resistance to water, acids, fire, weathering, frost, and durability. The document emphasizes that understanding materials' properties allows choosing the optimal material for a given service condition or climate. Standardization is also important to ensure materials meet minimum quality levels and drive industry improvement.
This document provides an overview of concrete, including its composition, properties, production process, and testing. Some key points:
- Concrete is a composite material made of cement, fine and coarse aggregates, and water. It can be classified based on its cementing material, mix proportions, performance specifications, grade, density, and place of casting.
- The production of concrete involves batching, mixing, transporting, placing, compacting, curing, and finishing. Proper batching and mixing are important to ensure uniform strength. Compaction removes entrapped air for maximum strength. Curing maintains moisture for proper hardening.
- Concrete properties depend on water-cement ratio, with maximum theoretical
Aggregates are a combination of different sized stones used in construction. They are classified based on size, source, and density. Fine aggregates are less than 5mm while coarse aggregates are greater than 5mm. Natural aggregates come from sources like rivers while manufactured aggregates are crushed. Normal weight aggregates have densities from 1520-1680kg/m3 while lightweight aggregates are less than 1120kg/m3. Tests are conducted to determine properties like strength, hardness, durability and water absorption. Sieve analysis tests the grading and ensures a range of aggregate sizes are present.
This document provides an overview of the properties of concrete. It discusses the key ingredients of concrete including cement, fine and coarse aggregates, water, and admixtures. It explains that concrete is a composite material consisting of a binding medium within which particles of aggregate are embedded. The document also outlines the advantages of concrete such as its compressive strength and durability, and the disadvantages including its low tensile strength and cracking due to shrinkage. Finally, it lists the qualities of good concrete including workability, strength, density, and resistance to wear and tear.
PARTIAL REPLACEMENT OF COARSE AGGREGATE WITH WASTECERAMIC TILE IN CONCRETELokeshShirbhate2
PARTIAL REPLACEMENT OF COARSE AGGREGATE WITH WASTECERAMIC TILE IN CONCRETE.
This Presentation is Describe the behavior of concrete after the use of Ceramic tiles in concrete as a replacement of coarse Aggregate.
formwork centering and scaffolding by khalid shaikh khalid
This document discusses different types of scaffolding and formwork used in construction. It outlines four major types of scaffolding - brick-layer scaffolding, mason's scaffolding, needle scaffolding, and steel scaffolding. It also discusses different materials used for formwork like timber, plywood, steel, and aluminum and their advantages. Centering is defined as the part of formwork that supports horizontal surfaces like beam bottoms and slabs.
This document discusses concrete distress, its causes, and concrete repair systems. It defines distress as damage to concrete that can occur during production or service life due to varying conditions. Common causes of distress include structural loads, errors in design and construction, drying shrinkage, corrosion, and deterioration over time from chemical reactions, freezing/thawing, or weathering. Proper concrete repair requires determining the cause of damage, evaluating its extent, selecting repair methods, preparing the surface, applying repair materials, and curing. Durable repairs depend on high quality workmanship and materials to ensure the repair is well-bonded and resistant to future distress.
This document discusses lime mortar, including its composition, types, and preparation methods. It notes that lime mortar is composed of lime and sand mixed with water, and can be classified as non-hydraulic, hydraulic, or black based on ingredients. Non-hydraulic lime mortar uses fat lime and sand, while hydraulic uses class A or B limes. Black mortar contains lime and ash. Lime mortar can be prepared using a bullock-driven mill or power-driven mill. The properties and uses of lime mortar are also summarized.
Cement and concrete blocks are alternative materials for masonry construction. Concrete blocks have a glossier finish and higher strength than cement blocks but are more expensive with greater dead weight. Blocks come in solid, hollow, and cellular forms and various dimensions. Using blocks requires less mortar and construction time than other materials like bricks, resulting in lower costs. Proper storage, testing of strength and dimensions, and reinforcement of the blocks can improve durability. Aluminium is also used for partitions and has an aesthetic appearance while being light, durable, and reusable.
The aggregate is a relatively inert material and it imparts volume stability.
The aggregate provide about 75% of the body of the concrete and hence its influence is extremely important (70 to 80 %)
An aggregate should be of proper shape and size, clean, hard and well graded.
It must possess chemical stability and it must exhibit abrasion resistance.
Classification of Aggregate
I. Classification Based on Size
a. Fine aggregates:
b. Coarse aggregates:
II. Classification Based on Shape
a. Rounded aggregate:
b. Irregular aggregates
c. Angular aggregates
d. Flaky and elongated aggregates
III. Classification based on unit weight
a. Normal weight aggregates
b. Heavy weight aggregates
c. Light weight aggregates
The physical properties of aggregates are;
1. Shape
2. Size
3. Color
4. Texture
5. Gradation
6. Fineness modulus
Effect of aggregate properties on concrete
a. Particle Size, Grading and Dust Content
b. Particle Shape
c. Particle Surface Texture
d. Water Absorption
fineness modulus - According to IS 2386-1963, the sieves that are to be used for the sieve analysis of the aggregate for concrete are 80mm, 40mm, 20mm, 10mm, 4.75mm, 2.36mm, 1.18mm, 600m, 300m and 150m.
Gradation of aggregates
Gradation refers to the particle size distribution of aggregates.
The gradation of coarse aggregate plays an important role in workability and paste requirements.
The gradation of fine aggregate affects the workability and finishing ability of concrete.
Types of gradation:
a. Well graded
b. Poor / Uniform graded
c. Gap graded
Mechanical Properties
The following are the properties to be analyzed for aggregates, they are
a. Toughness
b. Hardness
c. Specific gravity
d. Bulk Density
e. Porosity and absorption of aggregates
f. Moisture content of aggregate
Mechanical Strength Test
a. Crushing strength Test
b. Impact strength Test
c. Abrasion Test (Los Angeles Test)
Water (for concrete)
Water is the most important material for construction, especially for making concrete.
The purpose of water in concrete are
a. It distributes the cement evenly.
b. It reacts with cement chemically and produces calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H) gel which gives the strength to concrete.
c. It provides for workability, i.e., it lubricates the mix.
d. Hence, for construction, quantity and quality of water is as important as cement.
As water quantity goes up in a mix (ill effect), the following are the effects:
a. Strength decreases
b. Durability decreases
c. Workability increases
d. Cohesion decreases
e. Economy may increase at the expense of quality and reliability.
Quality of water for concrete (IS10500:2012)
a. Chlorides: They can cause corrosion of steel reinforcement, can accelerate setting.
b. Sulphates: They reduce long-term strength levels.
c. Organic matter: If an alga is present, water should not be used. It will affect the setting and strength development.
d. Sugar: It will retard setting time.
e. Wastewater: It should never be used in construction.
The document provides an introduction to the repair and rehabilitation of structures. It discusses factors contributing to damages in buildings from construction through use. Common causes of distress in concrete structures are then outlined, including construction errors, environmental factors, and chemical reactions. The objectives of conducting a condition survey of a distressed structure are presented, including identifying causes and assessing the extent of damage. The stages of a condition survey are described, beginning with a preliminary inspection, planning, visual inspection, and potentially field and laboratory testing. Classification of damage into different classes is also covered to help assess repair needs.
This document provides an overview of various civil engineering materials including timber, sand, aggregate, mortar, and concrete. It discusses the types, properties, requirements and uses of each material. Timber types include hardwood and softwood. Sand is classified as fine, medium, or coarse. Aggregate can be natural or artificial, and classified by size as fine or coarse aggregate. Mortar requirements include workability and water retention. Mortar types include cement, lime, lightweight, fire resistant, and mud mortar. Concrete uses cement, water, aggregates and sometimes admixtures to bond together with strength, durability and versatility.
concrete which has enabled the study of chloride diffusion in concrete (which causes corrosion of reinforcement). Concrete is, after all, a macro-material strongly influenced by its nano-properties and understanding it at this new level is yielding new avenues for improvement of strength, durability and monitoring.
nanotechnology in concrete materials
nano cement
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hydraulic cement in caulking tubes
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ingram readymix
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Brick masonry involves laying bricks together with mortar to form walls or structures. There are different brick bonds like English, Flemish, and header bonds that are used. Bricks are available in various sizes and classes depending on their quality. Masonry tools and proper techniques are needed to lay bricks correctly. Tests are done to ensure brick quality and defects can occur if bricks absorb too much water or have soluble salts. Overall, brick masonry is a durable and fire resistant building method.
Aggregates are granular materials such as sand, gravel, crushed stone and recycled concrete used with cementing materials like cement or asphalt to produce concrete or asphalt. They make up 75% of concrete and over 90% of asphalt. Aggregates must be strong, durable and meet certain shape and size requirements. Common tests evaluate properties like strength, hardness, absorption and abrasion resistance. Sources of aggregates in Pakistan include limestone from Margalla Hills and Salt Range as well as dolomite deposits in Hazara and Kashmir regions.
This document discusses rehabilitation and retrofitting of structures to improve their resistance to earthquakes. It notes that earthquakes themselves do not cause deaths but collapsed buildings do. It then discusses causes of building failures in developing countries during earthquakes. The document outlines several past damaging earthquakes and their impacts. It discusses common causes of failure of masonry and reinforced concrete buildings during earthquakes. Finally, it describes various rehabilitation and retrofitting methods that can be used to strengthen existing structures, such as adding reinforcement, jacketing, and seismic belts.
Aggregates make up 70-80% of concrete and influence its properties. Coarse aggregates are retained on a 4.75mm sieve while fine aggregates pass through. Concrete is made through batching, mixing, transporting, placing, compacting, and curing its ingredients which include cement, water, sand, gravel, and sometimes admixtures. Proper testing ensures aggregates meet requirements for properties like strength, durability, and grading. Recycled aggregates can also be used from construction debris.
The document summarizes the key properties and classifications of aggregates used to make concrete. It discusses that aggregates provide bulk and strength to concrete. It classifies aggregates based on their geological origin, size, shape, grading, and unit weight. The summary properties of fine and coarse aggregates are also provided, including requirements for good aggregates.
Concrete has several benefits including low cost, strength in compression, and ease of shaping when wet. However, it also has limitations such as low tensile strength and ductility. Concrete strength is determined by its compressive crushing strength and is affected by the materials and techniques used. It is strong in compression but weak in tension, so reinforcing with steel is common. Modern concrete contains aggregates, cement paste, water, and sometimes admixtures. Proper aggregate properties greatly influence the performance of concrete.
Aggregates are granular materials like sand, gravel, or crushed stone used with water and cement to make concrete. They come in two sizes: fine aggregates smaller than 5 mm and coarse aggregates larger than 5 mm. Aggregates provide strength, reduce cracking, and lower the cost of concrete. They are selected based on being hard, durable, and free of organic materials or other substances that could weaken the concrete. Aggregates are classified by size, manufacturing method, and density. Physical tests are conducted to determine properties like strength, hardness, porosity, and grading.
This document contains information about aggregates used in concrete provided by Deblina Dutta, a third year civil engineering student. It discusses the classification, properties, and uses of aggregates. Aggregates make up 70-80% of concrete by volume and include natural materials like sand, gravel, and crushed stone. They are classified based on their geological origin, size, shape, and unit weight. The properties of aggregates like composition, size, surface texture, specific gravity, bulk density, voids, porosity, absorption, and fineness modulus affect the properties of concrete. Aggregates are an important part of concrete as they give it body, make it economical, and contribute to its mechanical strength.
This document discusses road aggregate materials used in road construction. It outlines that aggregates are rocks or mineral fragments combined with cement and bitumen to form road surfaces. Good aggregates are important for ensuring stability and durability of roads as they bear most stress from traffic. Key properties of aggregates include strength, hardness, toughness, durability, shape, adhesion to bitumen, and being free from foreign particles. Common types of aggregates used are basalts, granites, sandstones, limestones, and gravels.
Gives information about various building materials, classification of buildings, types of loads, building components their functions and nominal dimensions.
This document discusses the properties and classification of aggregates used in concrete. It describes how aggregates can be classified based on size, weight, and composition. The key properties discussed include shape, texture, strength, density, moisture content, cleanliness, soundness, and thermal properties. Testing methods are provided for sieve analysis, grading, crushing strength, abrasion resistance, impact value, and soundness. The document also covers the workability of concrete and factors that influence it such as water-cement ratio, aggregate type and amount, cement type and amount, and use of admixtures.
Classification, properties and extraction of AggregatesZeeshan Afzal
Aggregate:
Aggregates are defined as inert, granular, and inorganic material that normally consist of stone or stone like solids.
Aggregates are used :
In road bases as Asphalt Aggregates.
With ordinary Portland cement(OPC) as normal aggregates as fills in foundations and as aggregate accordingly to project specific studies.
About three-fourth (75%) of the volume of Portland cement concrete is occupied by aggregates. Other 25% include cementing materials like cement, sand and synthetic admixtures.Asphalt cement concrete occupy 90% or more of the total volume. The remaining portion is mainly sand and Bitumen which acts as cementing material in is Asphalt Aggregates.
Road Aggregate
Road aggregate are the non-active inert material used to provide mass to the base and sub-base courses.
Road aggregate should have high strength to bear the traffic load.
Road aggregates must have higher impact value to withstand the Tyre impact phenomenon.
By volume, aggregate generally account for 92 to 96% of bituminous concrete.
Road aggregates should have relatively:
High strength
High resistance to impact & abrasion
Impermeable
Chemically inert
Low coefficient of expansion
Concrete Aggregate:
Portland cement concrete occupy volume of about 70-80% of aggregates.
Fine aggregates are used in making thin concrete slabs where a smooth surface is required. Fine aggregate is commonly known as Pan.
Coarse aggregate is used for more massive members.
Fine aggregates are used in making thin concrete slabs where a smooth surface is required. Fine aggregate is commonly known as Pan.
Coarse aggregate is used for more massive members.
Fine aggregates are used in making thin concrete slabs where a smooth surface is required. Fine aggregate is commonly known as Pan.
Coarse aggregate is used for more massive members.
Siliceous material in aggregates
The siliceous materials are Opal, Chalcedony, Flint & Volcanic Glass.
These siliceous materials have Deleterious reaction, if high alkali-cement is used.
This can be avoided by using low alkali-cement and also by adding Pozzolana to the Mix.
Alkali-aggregate reaction can also occur
The percentage of strained Quartz in the aggregate also have deleterious reaction.
If Percentage of Strained Quartz is >40%, were highly reative.
Between 30-35% were moderate reative.
Argillaceous dolostones ( containing clay minerals) may expand when used with high alkali-cement.
The expansion is due to uptake moisture by the clay minerals.
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Particle Swarm Optimization–Long Short-Term Memory based Channel Estimation with Hybrid Beam Forming Power Transfer in WSN-IoT Applications
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Reginald Jude Sixtus J and Tamilarasi Muthu, Puducherry Technological University, India
Abstract
Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA) helps to overcome various difficulties in future technology wireless communications. NOMA, when utilized with millimeter wave multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) systems, channel estimation becomes extremely difficult. For reaping the benefits of the NOMA and mm-Wave combination, effective channel estimation is required. In this paper, we propose an enhanced particle swarm optimization based long short-term memory estimator network (PSOLSTMEstNet), which is a neural network model that can be employed to forecast the bandwidth required in the mm-Wave MIMO network. The prime advantage of the LSTM is that it has the capability of dynamically adapting to the functioning pattern of fluctuating channel state. The LSTM stage with adaptive coding and modulation enhances the BER.PSO algorithm is employed to optimize input weights of LSTM network. The modified algorithm splits the power by channel condition of every single user. Participants will be first sorted into distinct groups depending upon respective channel conditions, using a hybrid beamforming approach. The network characteristics are fine-estimated using PSO-LSTMEstNet after a rough approximation of channels parameters derived from the received data.
Keywords
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR), Bit Error Rate (BER), mm-Wave, MIMO, NOMA, deep learning, optimization.
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methods that face significant bottlenecks. However, the complexity
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2. Aggregates are the inert materials that are
mixed in fixed proportions with a Binding
Material to produce concrete.
They are materials used in construction
including sand, gravel ,crushed stones etc
They act as fillers or volume increasing
They act as fillers or volume increasing
components on the one hand and are
responsible for the strength, hardness,
and durability of the concrete on the
other hand.
4. LEARNING OUTCOME
At the End of this Course, Participants should be
able :
Define Aggregates
Classify Aggregates and their Qualities
Identify types of Aggregates
List various test carried out on Aggregates
5. QUALITIES OF AGGREGATES.
It should be chemically inert, i.e., they
should not react with cement or any other
aggregate or admixture.
It should possess sufficient hardness to
It should possess sufficient hardness to
resist scratching and abrasion in the
hardened state.
It should possess sufficient toughness to
bear impact and vibratory loads.
6. QUALITIES OF AGGREGATES.
It should be strong enough to bear
compressive and normal tensile loads in
the ordinary mixture.
It should be free from impurities, inorganic
It should be free from impurities, inorganic
or organic in nature, which will affect
adversely on its quality.
It should be capable of producing an easily
workable plastic mixture on combining
with cement and water.
8. 1. TYPES ON THE BASIS OF GRAIN SIZE
Aggregate Types on the basis of Grain Size
This is the most common classification,
where in two types of aggregates are
distinguished:
distinguished:
Fine aggregate
Coarse aggregate
9. FINE AGGREGATE
In the Fine Aggregates, the grain-size lies between 4.75
mm and 0.15 mm.
In other words, these pass-through from sieve with the
mesh size of 4.75 mm and are retained on a sieve of 0.15
mesh size.
Sand is the most universally available natural Fine
Aggregate.
10. TYPES OF FINE AGGREGATE
a. Sand : it consist of small angular rounded grains of
silica depending upon the source from which it is
obtained. It is classified as:
i. Pit or quarry sand: it is found as deposited in the soil
and is to be excavated out. Its grains are generally
sharp or angular. It should be free from organic matter
and clay. It is usually considered to be the best fine
aggregate for use in mortar and concrete.
aggregate for use in mortar and concrete.
ii. Sea sand : it consist of fine rounded grains of brown
colour and its collected from sea shores or sea beaches.
Sea sand usually contains salt and while using that in
mortar it causes disintegration of work in which it is
used. In R.C.C work these salts will attack
reinforcement if salt content is high. These salt may
cause efflorescence. It should be used locally after
thorough washing
11. TYPES OF FINE AGGREGATE
iii. River sand : it is obtained from the banks and
beds of rivers. It may be fine or coarse. Fine
sand obtained from beds and banks of rivers is
often found mixed with silt and clay so it
should be washed before use. But coarse and
sand is generally clean and excellent for use
especially for plastering.
especially for plastering.
b. Crushed Stones: it is obtained by crushing
the waste stones of quarries to the particular
size of sand. Sand obtained from by crushing a
good quality stone is excellent fine aggregate.
Mortar made with this sand is usually used for
good quality work.
12. COARSE AGGREGATES
Coarse aggregates are those that are retained on the
sieve of mesh size 4.75 mm. Their upper size is
generally around 7.5 mm.
Gravels from river bed are the best coarse aggregates in
the making of Common Concrete.
In those situations, if they are not easily available,
Suitable rock types are crushed to the desired particle
sizes for making coarse aggregates.
13. TYPES OF COARSE AGGREGATES
a. Crushed Stones: it is an excellent coarse
aggregate and is obtained by crushing granite,
sand stone or grained lime stone and all types
of stones. Crushed stones are used for
construction of roads and railway tracks etc.
b. Gravel: it is another very good coarse
b. Gravel: it is another very good coarse
aggregate. It is obtained from river beds,
quarries and sea shores. The gravel obtained
from sea shores should be well washed with
fresh water before use in order to remove the
impurities which may be clay, salts silt etc. it
is commonly used in the preparation of
concrete.
14. TYPES OF COARSE AGGREGATES
c. Broken pieces of bricks: it is also good
artificial source of coarse aggregate. It is
obtained by breaking well burnt bricks. It is
generally used in lime concrete at places
where aggregates from natural sources are
either not available or are expensive. It can be
either not available or are expensive. It can be
used at places where low strength is required.
It should be watered well before using it in the
preparation of concrete. It is commonly used
for mass concrete in foundations and under
floors.
15. 2. TYPES ON THE BASIS OF ORIGIN
There are three types on the Basis of Origin.
i. Natural:
These include all those types of fine and
coarse aggregates, that are available in
almost ready to use form, from natural
almost ready to use form, from natural
resources.
Examples are sands from river beds, pits
and beaches, and gravels from river
banks.
16. TYPES ON THE BASIS OF ORIGIN
ii Bye-product:
These include materials obtained as
wastes from some industrial and
metallurgical engineering operations,
which possess suitable properties for
being used as aggregate.
being used as aggregate.
Examples: Cinder obtained from burning
of coal in locomotives and kilns.
And Slag is obtained from blast furnaces
as Scum is the best example from this
category.
17. 2. TYPES ON THE BASIS OF ORIGIN
iii Processed:
These form a special class in Aggregate.
They are specifically manufactured for use
in making Quality Concretes.
Examples: They include burnt clay,
Shales, vermiculite’s and perlite. They are
essential Ingredients of Lightweight
Concrete.
18. 3.TYPES ON THE BASIS OF DENSITY
Three types of aggregates are distinguished on
the basis of their weight per unit volume.
i. Standard or Normal:
These types of aggregates give strength and
weighting to the Concrete of around 2300 to
2500 kg/m3.
2500 kg/m3.
Gravels, Sand and Crushed stone, are all classed
as Standard or Normal Aggregates.
19. 3.TYPES ON THE BASIS OF DENSITY
iiHigh-Density Aggregates:
These are that type of Aggregates, which
is used in standard proportions yield in
heavy weight concretes.
Such concretes are especially useful as
Such concretes are especially useful as
shields against X-rays and radiations in
the atomic power plant.
Examples: Baryle – a natural mineral
with a specific gravity of 4.3 is an
example. Concretes with such aggregate
usually weight above 4000 kg/m3.
20. 3.TYPES ON THE BASIS OF DENSITY
iii. Light weight Aggregate:
They consist of natural and artificial materials
of very low density so that the resulting concrete
is also quite Light in weight, generally with in a
range of 350 to 750 kg/m3.
They are specially used in sound proofing and
fire proofing constructions.
They are also used extensively in the
manufacture of light weight Pre-Cast concrete
blocks.
21. 4.TYPES ON THE BASIS OF SHAPE
1. Rounded Aggregate
The rounded aggregates are completely shaped by
attrition and available in the form of seashore gravel.
Rounded aggregates result in the minimum percentage
of voids (32 – 33%) hence gives more workability. They
require a lesser amount of water-cement ratio. They are
not considered for high-strength concrete because of poor
not considered for high-strength concrete because of poor
interlocking behavior and weak bond strength.
22. 4.TYPES ON THE BASIS OF SHAPE
2. Irregular Aggregates
The irregular or partly rounded aggregates are partly
shaped by attrition and these are available in the form
of pit sands and gravel. Irregular aggregates may
result 35- 37% of voids. These will give lesser
workability when compared to rounded aggregates. The
bond strength is slightly higher than rounded
bond strength is slightly higher than rounded
aggregates but not as required for high strength
24. 4.TYPES ON THE BASIS OF SHAPE
3. Angular Aggregates
The angular aggregates consist well defined edges
formed at the intersection of roughly planar surfaces and
these are obtained by crushing the rocks. Angular
aggregates result maximum percentage of voids (38-
45%) hence gives less workability. They give 10-20%
more compressive strength due to development of
more compressive strength due to development of
stronger aggregate-mortar bond. So, these are useful in
high strength concrete manufacturing.
25. 4.TYPES ON THE BASIS OF SHAPE
4. Flaky Aggregates
When the aggregate thickness is small when
compared with width and length of that aggregate it is
said to be flaky aggregate. Or in the other, when the
least dimension of aggregate is less than the 60% of its
mean dimension then it is said to be flaky aggregate.
26. 4.TYPES ON THE BASIS OF SHAPE
5. Elongated Aggregates
When the length of aggregate is larger than the other
two dimensions then it is called elongated aggregate or
the length of aggregate is greater than 180% of its
mean dimension
27. PROPERTIES OF AGGREGATES
Composition
Size and Shape
Surface Texture
Specific Gravity
Bulk Density
Voids
Voids
Porosity and Absorption
Bulking of Sand
Fineness Modulus of Aggregate
Surface Index of Aggregate
Deleterious Materials
28. PROPERTIES OF AGGREGATES
1. Composition
Aggregate consisting of such materials that
can chemically react with alkalis in cement and cause
excessive expansion, cracking, and deterioration of
concrete mix should never be used. Therefore it is
necessary to test aggregates to ensure whether there is
the presence of any such constituents in aggregate or
the presence of any such constituents in aggregate or
not.
2. Size and Shape
The size and shape of the aggregate particles
greatly influence the quantity of cement required
in concrete mix and hence ultimately the economy of
concrete.
29. PROPERTIES OF AGGREGATES
3. Surface Texture
The development of hard bond strength between coarse aggregate
and cement paste depends upon the surface roughness, surface
texture, and porosity of coarse aggregate. In case the surface is
but porous, the maximum bond strength will develop in concrete.
In porous surface aggregates, the bond strength of aggregate
increase as cement paste start setting.
4. Specific gravity
The ratio of the weight of oven-dried aggregate which is kept for 24
hours at a temperature of 100 to 100°C, to the weight of an equal
The ratio of the weight of oven-dried aggregate which is kept for 24
hours at a temperature of 100 to 100°C, to the weight of an equal
volume of water displaced by saturated dry surface aggregate is
called the specific gravity of aggregates.
Specific gravity is mainly oh two types:
Apparent specific gravity
Bulk specific gravity
The specific gravity of major aggregates falls within the range of 2.6
to 2.9.
30. PROPERTIES OF AGGREGATES
5. Bulk Density
Bulk density of aggregate can be defined as the weight
of coarse aggregate required to fill the unit volume of
the container. It is generally expressed in kg/liter.
Bulk density of aggregates particles depends upon the
following 3 factors which are:
Degree of compaction
Grading of aggregates
Grading of aggregates
The shape of aggregate particles
6. Voids
The empty spaces left between coarse
aggregate particles are known as voids. The volume of
voids equals the difference between the total volume of
the aggregate mass & the volume occupied by
the particles alone.
31. PROPERTIES OF AGGREGATES
7. Porosity and Absorption
The holes produced in the rocks at the time of
the solidification of the molten magma, due to
air bubbles, are known as pores.
Water absorption may be defined as the difference
between the weight of very dry aggregates and
the weight of the saturate aggregates with the surface
dry condition.
dry condition.
8. Bulking of Sand
It can be defined as an increase in the bulk volume of
the quantity of sand in a moist condition over the
volume of the same quantity of dry or
completely saturated sand.
The proportion/ratio of the volume of moist sand due to
the volume of sand when dry is called a bulking factor.
33. PROPERTIES OF AGGREGATES
9. Fineness Modulus
Fineness modulus is commonly utilized to get an idea of
how coarse or fine the aggregate is. More fineness
modulus value indicates that the aggregate is a coarse
sand small value of fineness modulus indicated that the
aggregate is finer.
Fineness modulus is a factor obtained by adding
the cumulative percentages of aggregate retained on each of
the sieves ranging from 80 mm to 150 mm micron and
the sieves ranging from 80 mm to 150 mm micron and
dividing this by 100.
10. Specific Surface Area of Aggregate
The total surface area of aggregate particles per unit weight
of the material is called specific surface. This is an indirect
measure of the aggregate grading. The specific surface rises
with the reduction in the size of aggregate particles.
The specific surface area of the fine aggregate is very much
lesser than that of the coarse aggregate.
34. PROPERTIES OF AGGREGATES
11. Deleterious Materials
Aggregate should not contain any harmful material in
such a quantity to affect the durability and strength of
the concrete.
Deleterious materials might cause one of the following
effects on cement or concrete mix:
To interfere with hydration of cement
To interfere with hydration of cement
To prevent the development of proper bond
To reduce strength and durability
To modify setting times
35. TEST ON AGGREGATES
Crushing test
Abrasion Test
Impact Test
Soundness Test
Shape test
Bitumen Adhesion test
Specific gravity test
Water absorption test
Moisture content
36. Crushing Strength Test on Aggregates
Aggregate crushing value gives the Crushing strength of
aggregate up to which it can bear the load without fail.
To conduct crushing strength test we need compression
testing machine, cylindrical measure, plunger and Isa
sieves. First sieve the sample aggregate Apply the load
at uniform rate of 40 tonnes load in 10 minutes. Then
stop the machine and crushed aggregate is sieved
through 2.36mm sieve and aggregate passing 2.36mm
through 2.36mm sieve and aggregate passing 2.36mm
sieve is weighed. Aggregate crushing value can be
obtained from below formula: Aggregate crushing value
= (W2/W1) *100 % ,
37. Abrasion Test on Aggregates
Hardness property of aggregate is determined by
conducting abrasion test. Los Angeles abrasion testing
machine is used to conduct this test. For this test, the
sample taken should be clean and dried. The sample is
weighed W1 and placed in Los Angeles testing machine
and the machine is operated. Machine should be rotated
at a speed of 20-33 revolutions per minute. After 1000
revolutions the sample is taken out and sieved through
revolutions the sample is taken out and sieved through
1.7mm sieve. Sample retained on 1.7mm is washed and
dried and note down its weight W2. Aggregate abrasion
value = {(W1-W2)/W2} x 100%
38. Impact Test on Aggregates
Impact value of aggregate will give aggregate capability
against sudden loads or forces. For this test also
aggregate passing through 12.5mm and retained on
10mm sieve is taken and oven dried. Fill the cylinder
with aggregate in 3 layers, 25 strokes of tamping for
each layer. Weight w1 noted. The cylinder is placed in
impact testing machine which consist a hammer. After
placing the cylinder, hammer is raised to 380mm and
placing the cylinder, hammer is raised to 380mm and
release freely. Then it will blow the aggregates. Repeat
it for 15 such blows. After that take down the sample
and aggregate passing through 2.36mm sieve is weighed
as w2. Aggregate impact value = (W2/W1) *100 %
39. Soundness Test on Aggregates
To determine the weathering resistance of aggregate
soundness test is conducted. If the resistance against
weathering is good for aggregate, then it will have high
durability. For soundness test we need some chemical
solutions namely sodium sulphate or magnesium
sulphate. The sample of aggregate passing through
10mm sieve and retained on 300 micron sieve is taken.
Dry and weigh the sample and immerse them in the
Dry and weigh the sample and immerse them in the
chemical solution for difference in weight loss. The
weight loss should be below 12% if sodium sulphate is
used below 18% if magnesium sulphate is used.
40. Shape test on Aggregates
Shape of aggregate is also important consideration for
the construction of pavement. Aggregate should not
contain flaky and elongated particles in it. If they
contain this type of particles, they will affect the
stability of mix. The percentage by weight of aggregates
whose least dimension is less the 3/5th of its mean
dimension is called as flakiness index. The percentage
by weight of aggregate particles whose greatest
by weight of aggregate particles whose greatest
dimension is 1.8th times their mean dimension is called
as elongation index. In this test shape test gauges are
taken and minimum of 200 pieces containing sample is
passed through respective gauges. Material retained on
Thickness gauge and material retained on length gauge
is weighed to an accuracy of 0.1
41. Specific gravity test on Aggregates
Specific gravity of an aggregate is the ratio of its mass
to that of an equal volume of distilled water at specific
temperature. The specific gravity of aggregate is of two
types. Bulk specific gravity, in which total volume of
aggregates along with their void space is considered.
Apparent specific gravity, in which the volume of
aggregates without considering void spaces is taken into
account.
account.
Bulk specific gravity G = {dry weight of aggregate/total
volume of aggregate}/ density of water Apparent specific
gravity G= {dry weight of aggregate/volume of aggregate
without void space}/ density of water
42. Water absorption test on Aggregates
This test helps to determine the water absorption value
of aggregate. To perform this test minimum 2 kg sample
should be used. The sample should be cleaned and dried.
Place the sample in wire basket and dip the basket in
distilled water bath. To release the air between
aggregates just lift and dip the basket for about 25 times
in 25 seconds.
44. USES OF AGGREGATES IN CONSTRUCTION
In the construction industry, aggregates are used in
concrete considering its economic factor and its
strength which it is provided to concrete.
Aggregates are also used as ballast in road and
railway works to resist the overall load, to distribute
the load properly to the soil base, and drain off the
rainwater.
They also play a major role in sewage treatment
They also play a major role in sewage treatment
processes and water filtration. quickly from road.
Aggregates has a major effect on concrete
properties such as abrasion resistance,
hardness, elastic modulus, and another characteristic
like durability, strong, and cheaper.
Aggregates are used to backfills, fills, drainage, and
filtration work.
45. USES OF AGGREGATES IN CONSTRUCTION
Aggregate can also be used to create the braking
moisture and vapor barriers under the slab.
Coarse aggregates are primly used to prepare base
for driveways and roadways.
46. USES OF AGGREGATES IN CONSTRUCTION
Aggregate acquire 60-65% volume of concrete.
It used to provide rigid structure to concrete.
Aggregate helps in reducing shrinkage and surface
cracking of concrete.
Coarse aggregate are used in concrete to build mega
structures for example different components of
a building, bridges, foundations, etc.
a building, bridges, foundations, etc.
As high the coarse aggregate size lesser the surface
area and therefore it requires lesser binding material
(cement), which result in low cost construction.
A mix of coarse and fine aggregate in concrete used to
make it more denser, harder and durable
against atmospheric action.
47. USES OF AGGREGATES IN CONSTRUCTION
Aggregates are used in road construction for base, sub
base, and surface of roads in various forms.
Aggregate are used in soil stabilization process using
cementitious materials (blends of cement, fly ash, slag,
lime).
48. USES OF AGGREGATES IN CONSTRUCTION
They are also used in stabilization process
with bituminous materials (bitumen or tar).
Stabilized with other materials (resins, fibers, geo-
synthetics).
On roads, aggregate help in equal distribution of the
load and direct rainwater running off from the road
load and direct rainwater running off from the road
surface.