Polymer Concretes: Advanced Construction Materials

✍ Scribed by Mostafa Hassani Niaki, Morteza Ghorbanzadeh Ahangari

• Publisher: CRC Press
• Year: 2022
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 166
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

Polymer Concretes: Advanced Construction Materials provides a comprehensive study on polymer concrete (PC), discussing historical perspectives of its use, the classification and applications of PC, and the advantages and disadvantages of its use. Materials such as resin, aggregates, micro fillers, fibers, and nanofillers are systematically summarized, as well as their effects on PC. Also examined are the properties, fabrication methods, and the standards for testing the material properties, as well as the future outlook for PC applications. This book

Investigates the various properties of PC
Covers the physical, mechanical, thermal, chemical, electrical, and environmental properties of PC
Examines fabrication methods, standards for testing, and the future outlook for various applications
The book is ideal for students taking related courses in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, and Material Engineering. It also serves as a useful guide for researchers in the areas of concrete and construction materials, composites and nanocomposites, and advanced materials, as well as professionals working in fields such as construction, precast concrete products manufacture, transportation and road construction, architecture, and more.

✦ Table of Contents

Cover
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Table of Contents
Foreword
Preface
Abbreviations
Chapter 1 Introduction to Polymer Concrete
1.1 Definition
1.2 Historical Perspective of Polymer Concrete
1.3 Applications of Polymer Concrete
1.4 Advantages and Disadvantages of Polymer Concretes
References
Chapter 2 Materials of Polymer Concrete
2.1 Resin
2.1.1 Resin Types
2.1.2 Resin Weight Content
2.1.3 Effects of Resin on the Performance of PC
2.2 Aggregate
2.2.1 Aggregate Types
2.2.2 Aggregate Size
2.2.3 Aggregate Shape
2.2.4 Aggregates Weight Content
2.2.5 Effects of Aggregates on Polymer Concrete Properties
2.3 Micro Filler
2.3.1 Micro Filler Types
2.3.2 Micro Filler Size
2.3.3 Micro Filler Weight Content
2.3.4 Effects of Micro Filler on Polymer Concrete Properties
2.4 Fiber
2.4.1 Fiber Types
2.4.2 Fiber Length
2.4.3 Fiber Weight Content
2.4.4 Effects of Fiber on Polymer Concrete Properties
2.5 Nanofiller
2.5.1 Nanomaterial Types
2.5.2 Nanomaterial Weight Content
2.5.3 Nanocomposites Preparation Methods
2.5.4 Effects of Nanofiller on PC Properties
References
Chapter 3 Polymer Concrete Preparation
3.1 Design of Mixture
3.2 Fabrication Strategies
3.3 Curing Effect
3.4 Moisture and Dust Effects
References
Chapter 4 Polymer Concrete Standards
4.1 Destructive Tests
4.2 Non-Destructive Tests
References
Chapter 5 Physical Properties of Polymer Concrete
5.1 Density
5.2 Porosity
5.3 Ductility
5.4 Water Absorption
5.5 Water Resistance
5.6 Flowability (Workability)
5.7 Shrinkage
References
Chapter 6 Mechanical Properties of Polymer Concrete
6.1 Compressive Strength
6.2 Flexural Strength
6.3 Tensile Strength
6.4 Impact Strength
6.5 Fracture Toughness
6.6 Bond and Interfacial Shear Strength
6.7 Fatigue Strength
6.8 Creep Behavior
6.9 Vibration and Damping Properties
6.10 Abrasion and Wear Resistance
References
Chapter 7 Thermal Properties of Polymer Concrete
7.1 Thermal Expansion
7.2 Thermal Conductivity
7.3 Elevated Temperature Resistance
7.4 Freeze –Thaw and Thermal Cycle Resistance
7.5 Fire Resistance and Flammability
7.6 Hot Water Resistance
References
Chapter 8 Chemical Resistance of Polymer Concrete
References
Chapter 9 Some Other Properties of Polymer Concrete
9.1 Ageing Effect
9.2 Weathering Resistance
9.3 Ultraviolet and Gamma Radiation
9.4 Dielectric and Insulation Properties
References
Chapter 10 Summary and Outlook
References
Index