Search for dissertations about: "durability of concrete"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 48 swedish dissertations containing the words durability of concrete.
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1. Durability of fire exposed concrete : Experimental Studies Focusing on Stiffness & Transport Properties
Abstract : Road and rail tunnels are important parts of the modern infrastructure. High strength concrete (HSC) is commonly used for tunnels and other civil engineering structures, since it allows high load carrying capacity and long service life. In general, Swedish road and rail tunnels should be designed for a service life of 120 years. READ MORE
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2. Hydrophobic Impregnation of Concrete Structures : Effects on Concrete Properties
Abstract : Hydrophobic impregnations often referred to as water repellent agents, today mainly consisting of alkylalkoxysilanes, are often used on concrete to prolong the service life of the structure. This is accomplished by protecting the reinforcement bars from chlorides or by changing the moisture content inside. READ MORE
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3. Steel fibre corrosion in cracks : durability of sprayed concrete
Abstract : Steel fibre reinforced sprayed concrete is common practice for permanent linings in underground construction. Today there is a demand on "expected technical service life" of 120 years. Thin steel fibres could be expected to discontinue carrying load fast with a decrease of fibre diameter caused by corrosion, especially in cracks. READ MORE
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4. Durability of sprayed concrete : steel fibre corrosion in cracks
Abstract : A combination of sprayed concrete technique and steel fibre technology gives obvious advantages when saving the work needed to place conventional reinforcement. In rock strengthening applications this is most accentuated. Sprayed concrete in general, made by skilled workmen, will generally be of high quality and good durability. READ MORE
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5. Multiphysical analysis methods to predict the ageing and durability of concrete
Abstract : With the societal demand for sustainability and the increasing age of infrastructure, a crucial task for the civil engineering community is to improve the durability of concrete structures. This thesis aims to contribute to such development through theoretical studies using mathematical modelling and numerical simulations. READ MORE