Abstract: There is a growing concern in academia and industry regarding the key competencies of engineers. Present-day challenges and complexities demand that engineers possess not only specialized technological knowledge but also ...

Abstract: The increasing use of self-compacting concrete (SCC) in the construction industry should be assured by the development of mix designs adequate to improve their fresh/hardened state properties and their economy. This paper ...

Abstract: Expansions in concrete dams may be caused by chemical or physical sources; however, in certain occasions the evidences observed in the dam may not be attributed to a single cause. Mequinenza is an example of a concrete dam ...

Abstract: The increasing use of self-compacting concrete (SCC) in the construction industry should be assured by the development of mix designs adequate to improve their fresh/hardened state properties and their economy. This paper ...

Abstract: The overall performance of a concrete structure is considered to be a key issue when determining its service life. The widespread use of precast concrete and consideration of durability as a design parameter in most of the ...

Abstract: Most codes for the design of fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC) structures are based on experience gained over the years with steel fibers. Recent codes include the possibility of applying the same considerations for FRC ...