Introduction to Concrete Technology and Constituents of Concrete
1.1 Use of concrete in structure Concrete: Composite mixture of binder, aggregate, water and sometimes admixture. Commonly used building material. Merit: Ability to cast in any shape Economic Durable Fire and water resistant High strength Demerit: Low tensile strength Low toughness Low curing time Uses: Resistance to weather and fire resistant Strength increases with time … Read more