18.6.1 - Indian Standard Method (IS 10262:2019)
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What is the primary purpose of IS 10262:2019?
💡 Hint: Think about the requirements for concrete properties.
Define workability in the context of concrete mix design.
💡 Hint: Consider how efficiently concrete can be handled.
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What is the primary focus of IS 10262:2019?
💡 Hint: Think about the context of concrete construction.
True or False: Statistical methods are used in IS 10262:2019 to predict material variability.
💡 Hint: Consider how engineers account for formula variabilities.
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A concrete mix is designed with a target strength of 25 MPa. If the standard deviation is 3 MPa, calculate the target mean strength using a statistical factor of 1.65. Also, discuss the implications of your result.
💡 Hint: Remember to apply the formula for target mean strength.
You are tasked with designing a concrete mix for a highway with heavy traffic and exposure to harsh weather. What considerations would you make regarding aggregate grading and workability?
💡 Hint: Think about how the environment affects material choice.
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