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GRAVILLON FORME AIGUILLE [1 record]

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Record 1 2010-09-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Concrete Preparation and Mixing
CONT

Thin elongated aggregates ... have reduced strength when load is applied against the short axis of the stone. ... They are subject to size segregation under handling and breakdown during compaction.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Fabrication du béton
CONT

Les gravillons en forme d'aiguilles ou de plaquettes sont déconseillés car ils se cassent aisément et le liant durci ne pouvant remplir les fractures, la désorganisation peut être rapide.

Spanish

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