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Code No: C2005 JAWAHARLAL NEHRU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY HYDERABAD M.Tech I Semester Supplementary Examinations September 2010 CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY (STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING) Time: 3hours Max.Marks:60 Answer any five questions All questions carry equal marks ---

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1. a) b) 2. a) b)

What are the advantages of using chemical admixtures used in concrete and classify them. Distinguish between Pozzolanic and cementition admixtures. [12] How are aggregate classified and explain different gradings of aggregates? What are the effects of the shape and texture of aggregates on the strength and workability of concrete? [12] What are the various factors which affect the workability of concrete? Briefly explain segregation and bleeding of concrete. What are the factors affect the shrinkage and creep of concrete? Briefly explain the properties of hardened concrete.

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What are the reasons for the cracking of concrete and how does it affect durability? Explain different non-destructive and semi destructive testing of concrete. [12] How does sulphate attack be minimized in concrete? Explain what are the various steps involved in quality management in concrete. [12] Explain the comparisons between BIS, ACI and DOC method for concrete mix design. [12] What are the various methods of producing light weight aggregates artificially? Briefly explain the principle and methods to find workability of self compacting concrete. [12] *****

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