Practice Calculation - 3.7 | 11. Compressive Strength Test | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

Define compressive strength in concrete.

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you press on a concrete block.

Question 2

Easy

What type of loading is used in the flexural strength test?

💡 Hint: Think about how force can be distributed over a beam.

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of a compressive strength test?

  • To evaluate tensile strength
  • To find the maximum load before failure
  • To measure bond strength

💡 Hint: Consider what property the test is measuring.

Question 2

True or False: The flexural strength test is only applicable for beams.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about where bending might occur in structural elements.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

If a cylinder with a diameter of 150 mm and a length of 300 mm breaks under a load of 75 kN, calculate the split tensile strength.

💡 Hint: Ensure your units are consistent when plugging values into the formula.

Question 2

During a bond strength test, a steel bar with a diameter of 12 mm is subjected to a maximum load of 50 kN. Calculate the average bond stress.

💡 Hint: Carefully calculate the area using the diameter of the bar.

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