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The fundamentals of building materials / Gary L. Dixion, editor.
- Format:
- Book
- Series:
- Construction materials and engineering.
- Construction materials and engineering
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Building materials.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (236 pages)
- Place of Publication:
- New York : Nova Science Publishers, [2022]
- Summary:
- "This volume includes four chapters that describe the properties and characteristics of a variety of building materials. Chapter One considers the features of sol-silicate paints obtained by mixing a silica sol with sodium water glass. Chapter Two analyzes the presence of radon in various building materials. Chapter Three uses a qualitative research method to present a comprehensive typology of concrete blocks in different types of building construction. Lastly, Chapter Four examines the case of stabilized mud blocks as filler material and discusses the engineering viability and properties of such stabilized mud blocks"-- Provided by publisher.
- Contents:
- Intro
- Contents
- Preface
- Chapter 1
- Sol-Silicate Paint for Wall Decorations of Buildings
- Abstract
- Introduction
- 1. Regularities of the Formation of the Composition and Properties of Polysilicate Solutions
- 2. Regularities of the Formation of the Structure of a Sol-Silicate Paint
- 3. Properties of Sol-Silicate Paints and Coatings Based on Them
- Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 2
- Radon in Building Materials
- Analytical Framework
- Literature Review
- Method
- Solid State Nuclear Track Detectors
- Gamma Ray Spectroscopy Using NaI(Tl) Detector
- Radon and Thoron Progeny (DRPS/DTPS)
- Continous Radon Monitors
- Discussion
- Radioactivity in Buildings
- Reducing Radon in Indoor Settings
- Radiation Protection Agencies
- Chapter 3
- Precast Concrete Blocks in
- Building Construction: An Overview
- Historical Background of Concrete Blocks
- Raw Materials for Precast Concrete Blocks
- Design of Precast Concrete Blocks
- Concrete Block Manufacturing Method
- Materials Used in Making Concrete Blocks
- Mixes
- Mixing
- Mold
- Proportion
- Casting
- Curing
- Drying
- Specifications of Concrete Block
- Dimensions
- Cavities
- Shell Thickness
- Joints
- Aggregates
- Density
- Crushing Strength
- Drying Shrinkage
- Tolerances
- Types of Concrete Blocks or Concrete Masonry Units
- Solid Concrete Blocks
- Hollow Concrete Blocks
- Types of Hollow Concrete Blocks
- Concrete Stretcher Blocks
- Concrete Corner Blocks
- Concrete Pillar Blocks
- Jamb Concrete Blocks
- Partition Concrete Blocks
- Lintel Blocks
- Frogged Brick Blocks
- Bullnose Concrete Block
- Sizes of Concrete Blocks
- Building with Concrete Blocks
- Design
- Construction
- Construction of Precast Concrete Block Masonry.
- Wetting of Blocks
- Laying
- Provision for Door and Window Frames
- Intersecting Walls
- Provisions for Roof
- Piers
- Finishes
- Advantages of Concrete Blocks
- Comparison of Hollow Blocks and Brick Masonry
- Biographical Sketch
- Chapter 4
- Stabilized Mud Blocks: Sustainable Building Materials
- Soil Stabilization Methods with Different Materials
- Soil Stabilization with Cement
- Soil Stabilization Using Lime
- Soil Stabilization with Bitumen
- Gypsum Stabilization
- Pozzolanas Stabilisation
- Chemical Stabilization of Soil
- Identification of Soil
- Soil Stabilization
- Soil Suitability and Stabilization
- Raw Materials
- Preparations of Raw Materials
- The Requirements for Preparation
- Breaking up of Soil
- Grinding Followed by Screening
- Pulverization of Soil
- Sieving
- Proportioning
- Quantity of Materials Needed
- Molding of Stabilized Mud Blocks
- Standards for Block Production
- Testing Soil before Block Production
- Advantages of Compressed Stabilized Earth Blocks (CSEB)
- A Local Material
- A Bio-Degradable Material
- Limiting Deforestation
- Management of Resources
- An Adapted Material
- A Transferable Technology
- Job Creation Opportunity
- Market Opportunity
- Reducing Imports
- Flexible Production Scale
- Energy Efficiency and Eco-Friendliness
- Cost Efficiency
- Social Acceptance
- Disadvantages of Compressed Stabilized Earth Blocks
- Compressed Stablised Earth Building Blocks versus Other Building Materials
- Bibliography
- Index
- Blank Page
- Blank Page.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Description based on print version record.
- Other Format:
- Print version: Dixion, Gary L. The Fundamentals of Building Materials
- ISBN:
- 9781685078010
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