Influence of autogenous shrinkage on mass transport properties of concrete

Autogenous shrinkage in concrete is defined as the change of volume after initial setting occurs. It develops at very early ages as a result of chemical shrinkage and self-desiccation effect. These produce significant microcracks in high-strength concrete allowing the entrance of aggressive agents s...

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Main Author: Alexis Santiago Velez Guayasamin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidad de Cuenca 2016-11-01
Series:Maskana
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Online Access:https://publicaciones.ucuenca.edu.ec/ojs/index.php/maskana/article/view/923