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Effect Of Lightweight Aggregate Moisture Content On Internally Cured Concrete, Casey Jones
Effect Of Lightweight Aggregate Moisture Content On Internally Cured Concrete, Casey Jones
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Putting an end to the rapid deterioration of concrete structures in the United States will only occur through the introduction of better materials and construction methods. The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) reports the overall condition of concrete bridges in the United States to be a "C+". Though better than other areas of the infrastructure, there is still room for improvement in concrete bridges. One major area that may be improved is that of the concrete bridge deck. The bridge deck is comprised of the actual driving surface. It is subject to many deterioration mechanisms including freeze/thaw cycles, de-icing …