Comparing the European Standards and the American Standards for testing concrete mechanical properties

Seyam, Ahmed M. and Nemes, Rita (2023) Comparing the European Standards and the American Standards for testing concrete mechanical properties. Concrete Structures, 24. pp. 97-104. ISSN 1586-0361

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Abstract

Europe and the United States have a worldwide significance in the field of concrete control and construction, as well as the cleared and specified standards, according to many countries adopted their standards and regulations in the field of concrete quality control and assurance as proof of the Europe and US strong standards and due to lack of their regulations. This research compares the European standards, the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and American Concrete Institute (ACI) standards for testing the mechanical properties of concrete. The research focuses on compressive strength, flexural tensile strength, shear strength, and modulus of elasticity as key properties for assessing the quality and performance of concrete. The study found variations in the specimen size, preparation, and curing requirements, as well as testing procedures and acceptance criteria among the European, ASTM and ACI standards. The research also compared the specimen preparation and curing standards among the different standards. The research highlights the importance of following the appropriate standards and testing procedures to ensure the test results’ reliability and accuracy. Proper specimen preparation and curing are also critical to obtain accurate and representative test results. The research concludes that by following the relevant standards and procedures, it is possible to obtain consistent and reliable results that can be used to assess the quality and performance of concrete in various construction applications. This research provides a useful guide for engineers, contractors and researchers involved in the construction industry to understand and apply the standards for testing the mechanical properties of concrete.

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