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Modulus of Elasticity in Concrete Testing

The document outlines Experiment No. 03 from the NUST Baluchistan Campus PRC-II Lab Manual, focusing on determining the modulus of elasticity and Poisson’s ratio of concrete. It details the importance of these mechanical properties, the apparatus required, and the procedure for conducting the test using a compressometer and compression testing machine. The experiment aims to provide essential data on the deformation characteristics and quality of concrete used in construction.

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Modulus of Elasticity in Concrete Testing

The document outlines Experiment No. 03 from the NUST Baluchistan Campus PRC-II Lab Manual, focusing on determining the modulus of elasticity and Poisson’s ratio of concrete. It details the importance of these mechanical properties, the apparatus required, and the procedure for conducting the test using a compressometer and compression testing machine. The experiment aims to provide essential data on the deformation characteristics and quality of concrete used in construction.

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Institute NUST Baluchistan Campus PRC-II Lab Manual

EXPERIMENT NO. 03
Modulus of Elasticity of Concrete

Objectives
To determine the modulus of elasticity and Poisson’s ratio of concrete.

Standards
ASTM C-469

General Description

Introduction

Concrete is one of the most widely used construction materials in the world. It is composed
of cement, sand, aggregate, and water, which undergo hydration to form a hard, durable mass.

Importance

Due to the extensive use of concrete in structures, it is essential to evaluate its mechanical
properties. One such property is the modulus of elasticity, which measures the relationship
between applied stress and the induced strain.

Test Overview

The test for determining the modulus of elasticity of concrete involves subjecting a
cylindrical concrete specimen to compressive loads using a compressometer and a
compression testing machine. This test provides vital information about the deformation
characteristics and quality of concrete used in construction.

Apparatus

 Cylinder Specimen

 Compressometer

 Dial gauge

 Compression machine

Test Sample Preparation


The sample preparation follows the same procedure as for compression testing of concrete
specimens.

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Procedure

1. Setting up the Compressor meter:

 Adjust the top and bottom frames of the compressometer using spacers.

 Place the pivot rod on the screws and lock it firmly.

 Position the compress meter at the center of the specimen.

 Tighten the screws while ensuring the compressometer is correctly positioned.

 Remove the spacers after securing the compressometer.

2. Testing of the Specimen:

 Place the specimen in the compression machine.

 Apply load at a rate of 140 kg/cm² per minute.

 Increase the load until reaching (C+5) kg/cm², where C is 1/3rd of the average
compressive stress.

 Hold the load for one minute before reducing it to 1.5 kg/cm².

 Incrementally increase the load by 1T intervals and record the readings.

 Plot a graph of stress versus strain using the recorded values.

Observations & Calculations

Table 2

Maximum Load (KN)

Maximum Strength (KN/m^2)

Axial Modulus of Elasticity

Lateral Modulus of Elasticity

Poisson’s ratio

Graph

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Figure 4 Figure 5

Field work

Figure 6 Figure 7

Conclusion:

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