ACI SP-253

This ACI Special Publication (ACI SP-253) CD-ROM contains 25 papers from the Fifth ACI/CANMET/IBRACON International Conference on High-Performance Concrete Structures and Materials that was held in Manaus, Amazon State (AM), Brazil, June 18-20, 2008. Topics include Durability, Self-Compactability, Curing, Retarders, and Abrasion Resistance.The Fifth Conference is a result of the collaboration of ACI and CANMET along with So Paulo University, Federal University of Gois, Amazon State University, and Brazilian Concrete Institute (IBRACON).



Keywords: SP253CD

Contents:

SP-253--1Durability of Concrete Vaults for Radioactive Waste Disposal by G.S. Duff, E.A. Arva, S.B. Farina, C.M. Giordano, and C.J. Lafont

SP-253--2Effect of Coarse Aggregate Shape and Texture on Self-Compactability by J.M. Tobes, L. Anah, G. Giaccio, and R. Zerbino

SP-253--3Influence of Curing Conditions on Transport Properties of Blended Cement Concrete by V.L. Taus, Y.A. Villagrn, and A.A. Di Maio

SP-253--4Hardening Retarders for Massive Concrete by H. Justnes, F. Wuyts, and D. Van Gemert

SP-253--5Influence of Expanded Clay Aggregates in Abrasion Resistance of Lightweight Concreteby W.G. Moravia, C.S. Rodrigues, A.G. Gumieri, and W.L. Vasconcelos

SP-253--6Performance Evaluation of Interface of Reinforced Concrete and Repair Mortars by Microscopy by T.J. da Silva, F.L. Gondim, and L.A. de Castro Motta

SP-253--7Hybrid Techniques for RC Column Strengthening by A.L. Sudano and J.B. de Hanai

SP-253--8The Effectiveness of Measuring Flexural Performance of Fiber-Reinforced Concrete using the ASTM C1399-02 Test Method by G.P. Gava and L.R. Prudncio Jr.

SP-253--9The Application of Rheological Concepts on the Evaluation of High-Performance Concrete Workability by A.L. Castro, J.B.L. Liborio, F.A.O. Valenzuela, and V.C. Pandolfelli

SP-253--10Analysis of Design Criteria for Shear Strength of High-Performance Reinforced Concrete Beams by J.M. Calixto and A.B. Ribeiro

vi SP-253--11Confirmation of a Model to Predict Chloride Ion Penetration with Peak over Time by A.T.C. Guimares and P.R.L. Helene

SP-253--12Silica Fume for Cement Replacement and its Influence on Strength and Permeability of Steam-Cured High-Strength Concrete by G. Camarini, P.S. Bardella, D.C. Barbosa, and V.M. Pereira

SP-253--13Physicomechanical Properties and Durability of Structural Colored Concrete by M.J. Positieri and P. Helene

SP-253--14Evaluation of Thenoz Methodology to Measure Concrete Air Permeability by G. Camarini, P.S. Bardella, and V.M. Pereira

SP-253--15Analysis of the Flexural Behavior of Precast Prestressed Beams with Semi-Rigid Connections by B. Catoia, M.A. Ferreira, R.C. Carvalho, and T. Catoia

SP-253--16A Practical Mix Design Method for Self-Compacting Concrete by B.F. Tutikian, D.C. Dal Molin, and R.A. Cremonini

SP-253--17The Influence of the Mixing Time in the Rheological Behavior of Cement Pastesby F.S. Bertolucci, M.P. Barbosa, G. de Freitas Maciel, F.L. dos Santos, and F.M. Salles

SP-253--18Static and Fatigue Tests on Ductal UHPFRC Footbridge Sections by G.A. Parsekian, N.G. Shrive, T.G. Brown, J. Kroman, V. Perry, and A. Boucher

SP-253--19Natural Concrete Curing under Hot Sub-Humid Climate by E. Moreno, R. Sols-Carcao, and C. Serrano-Zebadua

SP-253--20Influence of Transversal Reinforcement on Plastic Rotation Capacity of High-Strength Beams by L.F.A. Bernardo, L.A.P. Oliveira, and D.G. Pinto

SP-253--21Parameters for Self-Compacting Concrete Mortar Phase by M. Nepomuceno and L. Oliveira

SP-253--22Influence of the Marble and Granite Benefication of Residue (MGBR) as Filler on the Properties of Concrete by J.L.M.P. Lopes, E. Bacarji, E.P. Figueiredo, and J.H.S. Rgo

SP-253--23Evaluation of the Strength of High-Strength Concrete Columns by A.L. de Paula, L.C.D. Shehata, and I.A.E.M. Shehata

SP-253--24The Galvanic Effect of the Anodic/Cathodic Area Ratio on Reinforced Concrete with 304 Stainless Steel by M. Crdova and P. Castro-Borges

SP-253--25A Review of the Application of Concrete to Offshore Structures by J.F. Fernandes, T.N. Bittencourt, and P. Helene