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Journal Article

Author
Baker, C. A.
Title
A rapid field method for design of concrete mixes
In
Journal of the Institution of Engineers, Australia
Imprint
vol. 28, no. 4-5, Apr-May 1956, pp. 119-127
Description

This paper, No.1209, originated in the Melbourne Division of the Institution and was presented before a meeting of the Graduates and Students' Section of the Division on 14th June, 1955.

The author, C. A. Baker, BA BSc StudIEAust, is a Scientific Officer with the Commonwealth Department of Works, Central Testing Laboratory.

[This paper was awarded the Edward Noyes Prize 1956]

Abstract

This paper describes a new method for the design of plastic concrete, applicable to both field and laboratory mix designs and suitable for all aggregates. A brief account of the basis and experimental work leading to the formulation of the design procedure is given, together with an examination of the influence of different types and gradings of aggregate on the optimum mix proportions.
Using this method of design in the field it is possible for an inexperienced operator to determine the most economical concrete mix of the desired strength from any available aggregates within about two hours. The method has been found to be equally applicable to well-graded or poorly-graded aggregates, and in this respect has a decided advantage over methods based on sieve analysis.

See also

Related Published resources

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  • Baker, C. A. (Aiken, D. G.), 'A rapid field method for design of concrete mixes (Discussions and communications)', Journal of the Institution of Engineers, Australia, 28 (9) (1956), 250-251. Details
  • 'Edward Noyes Prize - 1956 Award', Journal of the Institution of Engineers, Australia, 28 (9) (1956), 249. Details

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