Practice Batching And Mixing (7.8.B) - High Performance Concrete - Concrete Technology
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Question 1 Easy

What is the typical water-cement ratio for High Performance Concrete?

💡 Hint: Consider the properties of High Performance Concrete.

Question 2 Easy

Name one advantage of using automated batching systems.

💡 Hint: Think about the importance of accuracy.

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Question 1

What is the typical water-cement ratio for HPC?

0.15-0.20
0.25-0.35
0.40-0.50

💡 Hint: Recall the specific properties that HPC aims for.

Question 2

True or False: The order of materials added during mixing does not affect the quality of concrete.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the effects of mixing on ingredient compatibility.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Assume you have a defective batching system that consistently under-measures your main ingredient. Discuss the possible impacts on the structural integrity of the resulting concrete.

💡 Hint: Consider the consequences of insufficient bonding between materials.

Challenge 2 Hard

Propose a detailed sequence of operations for batching and mixing HPC that would ensure quality and consistency. Include at least two quality control measures.

💡 Hint: Think about what steps ensure high standards in construction.

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