Civil Engineering MaterialsThis book deals with properties, applications and analysis of important materials of construction/civil engineering. It offers full coverage of how materials are made or obtained, their physical properties, their mechanical properties, how they are used in construction, how they are tested in the lab, and their strength characteristics--information that is essential for material selection and elementary design. Contains illustrative examples and tables and figures from professional organizations. KEY TOPICS: Considers all common materials of civil engineering/construction--and looks at each in depth: e.g., physical properties, mechanical properties, code provisions, methods of testing, quality control, construction procedures, and material selection. Discusses laboratory testing procedures for selected tests--provides step-by-step descriptions of laboratory test procedures to determine properties of materials. All test procedures are based on relevant ASTM specification. MARKET: For Civil Engineers, Construction Engineers, Architects, and Agricultural Engineers. |
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... based on the volume occupied by the particles ( solid volume ) plus the volume of the voids between them . Since the weight of particles varies with moisture content , 44 Chap . 2 Aggregates Based on Size, Based on Density,
... concrete is affected by many variables , including environmental factors and curing conditions , the actual strength of concrete the strength of concrete in the structure 124 Chap . 3 Concrete and Other Cementitious Materials.
... holes through them . Drywall ( or gypsum board ) nailed to the bottom of the joists hides these fixtures and provides a flat ceiling . The roof joists ( or rafters ) are connected to 346 Chap . 5 Wood and Wood Products.