Concrete mix design based on water film thickness and paste film thickness

In previous studies on the mortar portion of concrete, it has been found that the water film thickness (WFT) and paste film thickness (PFT) have major effects on the performance of mortar. The present study aims to extend the concepts of WFT and PFT to concrete. For this aim, a number of concrete mi...

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Published in:Cement & concrete composites 2013-05, Vol.39, p.33-42
Main Authors: Li, Leo G., Kwan, Albert K.H.
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Concrete mix design
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High-performance concrete
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Pastes
Strength
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