In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning and Classification of Light Weight Concrete 2. Characteristics of Light-Weight Concrete 3. Properties 4. Advantages 5. Applications 6. Mix Proportion. Meaning and Classification of Light Weight Concrete: The self-weight of normal cement concrete varies from 2200 to 2600 kg/m3. This is one of the main disadvantages of conventional cement concrete as [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of No Fines Concrete 2. Mix Proportion of No Fines Concrete 3. Properties 4. Uses. Meaning of No Fines Concrete: No fines concrete does not contain fine aggregate (sand). This concrete usually is an agglomeration (i.e., group of particle not arranged in any particular order i.e., it is made of nominally [...]
Aerated concrete is one of the light weight concrete. It is a mixture of water, cement and finely crushed sand. Aerated concrete is obtained by introducing gas bubbles into the plastic mix of cement and sand mortar. The product obtained is cellular in structure containing voids of size 0.1 to 1 mm similar to sponge rubber. The skin of cells [...]