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Akbari, S, Khanzadi, M and Gholamian, M R (2018) Building a rough sets-based prediction model for classifying large-scale construction projects based on sustainable success index. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(04), 534–58.
Bordass, B and Leaman, A (1997) Future buildings and their services. Building Research & Information, 25(04), 190–5.
Carter, K and Fortune, C (2007) Sustainable development policy perceptions and practice in the UK social housing sector. Construction Management and Economics, 25(04), 399–408.
Chan, P W and Dainty, A R J (2007) Resolving the UK construction skills crisis: a critical perspective on the research and policy agenda. Construction Management and Economics, 25(04), 375–86.
Chen, J J (1997) The impact of Chinese economic reforms upon the construction industry. Building Research & Information, 25(04), 239–45.
Friedman, A and Cammalleri, V (1997) Selection criteria for energy-efficient windows. Building Research & Information, 25(04), 234–8.
Gooding, D and Thomas, T (1997) Soilcrete blocks. Building Research & Information, 25(04), 202–9.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: block-making; cement; compaction pressure; soil-cement
- ISBN/ISSN: 0961-3218
- URL: http://journalsonline.tandf.co.uk/link.asp?id=dxlku0hwylmhb3xy
- Abstract:
Experimental work to determine whether cement or compaction pressure is more effective. This paper presents research conducted to determine the relationship between compaction pressure, cement content and cured compressive strength for soilcrete building blocks (soil-cement, cement stabilized or sandcrete). This relation is then used as the basis for a simple economic model to evaluate the economics of manual compaction to 2 and 10 MPA. Other authors have shown that higher compressive strengths result from increased compaction pressure. However, for a given compressive strength it is more usual to be interested in trading in creased compaction pressure for reduced cement content so that maximum economy is achieved. This paper describes experimental work carried out to determine an empirical relation which uses compaction pressure and cement content to define cured strength. The relationship presented in this paper suggests that cured strength is more dependent on cement content than it is on compaction pressure for a well-cured block. The economic model suggests that low pressure manual compaction using increased quantities of cement is a more economic method of block production unless the cost of high pressure compaction machinery can be reduced
Hagan, E B (1997) The use of stabilized soil to enhance rural housing. Building Research & Information, 25(04), 210–7.
Harris, D J and Dudek, S J M (1997) Heat losses from suspended timber floors. Building Research & Information, 25(04), 226–33.
Ismail, Z B (2018) Improving contractor social networking on IBS infrastructure maintenance projects: a review. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(04), 479–96.
Jha, K N and Misra, S (2007) Ranking and classification of construction coordination activities in Indian projects. Construction Management and Economics, 25(04), 409–21.
Kelly, J (2007) Making client values explicit in value management workshops. Construction Management and Economics, 25(04), 435–42.
Kindangen, J I (1997) Window and roof configurations for comfort ventilation. Building Research & Information, 25(04), 218–25.
Lam, K-C, Ning, X and Ng, T (2007) The application of the ant colony optimization algorithm to the construction site layout planning problem. Construction Management and Economics, 25(04), 359–74.
Li, C Q (1997) Deterioration of concrete building structures. Building Research & Information, 25(04), 196–201.
Li, J, Yu, M and Wang, H (2018) A taxonomy of performance shaping factors for shield tunnel construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(04), 574–96.
Lingard, H C, Yip, B, Rowlinson, S and Kvan, T (2007) The experience of burnout among future construction professionals: a cross-national study. Construction Management and Economics, 25(04), 345–57.
Mahjoubpour, B, Nasirzadeh, F, Mohammad Hosein Zadeh Golabchi, M, Ramezani Khajehghiasi, M and Mir, M (2018) Modeling of workers’ learning behavior in construction projects using agent-based approach. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(04), 559–73.
Olsen, J, Lee, Z-H and Pong, W (2007) Optimal selection of concrete anchors for connection cost reduction. Construction Management and Economics, 25(04), 423–34.
Oo, B-L, Drew, D S and Lo, H P (2007) Applying a random coefficients logistic model to contractors' decision to bid. Construction Management and Economics, 25(04), 387–98.
Shahsavand, P, Marefat, A and Parchamijalal, M (2018) Causes of delays in construction industry and comparative delay analysis techniques with SCL protocol. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 25(04), 497–533.