Effects of the properties of near-surface concrete on the durability of RC structures

Title: Effects of the properties of near-surface concrete on the durability of RC structures
Author(s): Z. Wang
Paper category : conference
Book title: International Conference on Advances in Concrete and Structures
Editor(s): Ying-shu Yuan, Surendra P. Shah and Heng-lin Lü
Print-ISBN: 2-912143-41-1
e-ISBN: 2351580176
Publisher: RILEM Publications SARL
Publication year: 2003
Pages: 399 - 405
Total Pages: 7
Nb references: 5
Language: English

Abstract: 
The deterioration of concrete structures is a major problem in many countries throughout the world. The deterioration of concrete or reinforced concrete usually involves movement of aggressive gases and/or liquids from the surrounding environment into the concrete through the near surface concrete, followed by physical and/or chemical actions in its internal structure. Therefore, the properties of near-surface concrete were of great importance to the durability of RC structures. In this paper, a range of test methods for determining the permeability and transport properties of near-surface concrete are critically reviewed and compared. Finally, the effects of the test environment on the measurement of concrete properties were discussed.

Online publication: 2003-08-10
Publication type : full_text
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