The aim of the research was to characterize the concrete mixtures for spun-cast concrete and to determine the relationship between the compacting ratio and the manner of segregation. In the research 23 specimens of 9 different mixtures with low w/c ratio were tested. Investigated parameters included w/c, spinning speed, duration, and properties of the aggregate. The strength of the concrete in the outer, middle and inner region of the spun-cast element and of the vibrated cube was assessed by testing drilled cores. The optimal compacting energy caused by spinning was defined for different mixtures. Statistical regression functions depending on the parameters above were defined for the change of strength in the wall of the element.Keywords spun-cast concrete · strength · experimental test
AcknowledgementThe authors wish to express their gratitude to BVM Épelem LTD, SW Umwelttechnik Hungary LTD, Railone LTD for the research materials and for sponsoring the research. Thanks to the Department of Structural Materials and Engineering Geology for their assistance in the laboratory work. Special thanks to Mr András Eipl.
István VölgyiDepartment of Structural Engineering, BME, Bertalan L. u.