Practice Field Case Studies and Examples - 17 | 23.Definition of Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC) | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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Question 1 Easy

What is Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC)?

💡 Hint: Think about its flow capabilities.

Question 2 Easy

Name one benefit of using SCC in construction.

💡 Hint: Think of how SCC behaves without tools.

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Question 1

What is the primary advantage of SCC over conventional concrete?

Requires vibration for compaction
No need for vibration
Lower strength

💡 Hint: Think about how SCC is placed.

Question 2

True or False: SCC can improve surface finishing due to its fluid-like nature.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the effects of flow.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a small structure using SCC. What considerations must be taken into account for mix design, and how would you ensure the structure meets strength requirements?

💡 Hint: Consider the basic properties discussed in SCC.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the impact of using SCC on labor costs and construction speed compared to traditional methods in complex construction projects.

💡 Hint: Analyze the trade-offs between manual labor and material efficiency.

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