Brandt A.M. Cement-Based Composites: Materials, Mechanical Properties and Performance

2nd ed. — New York: Taylor & Francis, 2009. X, 526 p. — ISBN10: 0-415-40909-8 (hbk), ISBN10: 0-203-88903-7 (ebk).Cement-Based Composites takes a different approach from most other books in the field by viewing concrete as an advanced composite material, and by considering the properties and behaviour of cement-based materials from this stance. It deals particularly, but not exclusively, with newer forms of cement-based materials. This new edition takes a critical approach to the subject as well as presenting up-to-date knowledge.Emphasis is given to non-conventional reinforcement and design methods, problems at the materials' interfaces and to the durability of structures. High strength composites and novel forms of cement-based composites are described in detail. After a basic introduction the book explores the various components of these materials and their properties. It then deals with mechanical properties and considers characteristics under various loading and environmental conditions, and concludes by examining design, optimization and economics with particular emphasis on high-performance concretes. Researchers, graduate students and practising engineers will find this book valuable.Preface to the first edition
Preface to the second editionComposites and multiphase materials
Concrete-like composites: main kinds
Components of matrices of cement-based composites
Reinforcement of cement-based composites
Structure of cement composites
Interfaces in cement composites
Strength and deformability under short-term static load
Cracking in cement matrices and crack propagation
Fracture and failure in the structures of the material
Behaviour of cement matrix composites in various service conditions
Design and optimization of cement-based composites
High strength and high performance concretes
Application and development of cement-based composites
Subject Index