7.10 - Case Study: Workability Issues in a Metro Rail Project (India)
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What does workability mean in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about the process of working with concrete.
What was the ambient temperature during the metro construction project?
💡 Hint: Recall the conditions mentioned in the case study.
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What was one major issue faced during the metro rail project?
💡 Hint: Consider the primary issues highlighted in the case study.
True or False: Chilled water batching was implemented to combat evaporation issues.
💡 Hint: Think about the actions taken to handle workability.
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Discuss the potential impact of using standard temperature water at 42°C compared to chilled water batching under high-temperature scenarios for construction workability.
💡 Hint: Think about the evaporation rate at high temperatures.
Illustrate how environmental factors can alter the expected outcomes of a structured mix design in various climates. Choose any two climates for comparison.
💡 Hint: Consider the fundamental differences in temperature impacts on concrete properties.
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