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Curing is often low on the list of priorities on the construction site, but it can improve the hydration and performance of concrete, while reducing the risk of cracking. This book explains why curing is important and shows you how to do it more effectively. The author covers the fundamentals behind hydration, how curing affects the properties o
List of contents
Introduction: References. Cementitious Materials Chemistry and Hydration: Introduction. Portland Cement. Supplementary Cementitious Materials. Hydration. Mix Design and Proportioning. Effects of Water. Temperature Effects. Summary. References. Benefits of Curing on Concrete Performance: Introduction. Cracking. Durability. Strength. Modulus of Elasticity. Creep. Sustainability. References. Curing in Practice: Introduction. Selecting Curing Methods. Temperature Control. Moisture Control. Where, When, and How Long? References. Measurement and Specifications: Balancing Theory and Practice. Heating and Cooling. Moisture Control. International Specifications. Verification of Curing. Guide Specification. Payment. References. Real-World Experience: Introduction. Hot Climate. Cold Climate. High-Performance Concrete. Performance Parameters. Specifications and Testing. Summary. References.
About the author
Peter C. Taylor was born and educated in Southern Africa, and gained a B.Sc. and Ph.D. from the University of Cape Town. He spent ten years with consultants in Chicago involved in a wide range of consulting and research projects investigating the effects of raw materials on concrete performance, both in the laboratory and in the field, and since 2007 has been employed at the National Concrete Pavement Technology Center at Iowa State University. He also travels throughout the United States teaching practitioners about the latest technologies available to improve pavement reliability and sustainability. Dr. Taylor is the author of more than 50 publications and is an active member of Transportation Research Board (TRB), ASTM International, and American Concrete Institute (ACI) committees.
Summary
Curing is often low on the list of priorities on the construction site, but it can improve the hydration and performance of concrete, while reducing the risk of cracking. This book explains why curing is important and shows you how to do it more effectively. The author covers the fundamentals behind hydration, how curing affects the properties o
