Numerical Simulation of Expansion Effect of MgO Concrete

Abstract

The expansion effect of the MgO concrete must meet the requirement of the design for the temperature control. In this paper, its influence to the construction stress is studied using 3D FEM method. Results show that the expansion of MgO at later age is good for compensating the shrinkage induced by temperature drop and the expansion of MgO can improve the stress status in the constrained zones but may worsen the stress status in other zones. This provides the reference for popularizing dam construction technology with MgO concrete.