A theoretical study on optimal packing in mortar and paste

• Packing density of particles is regarded as a key factor affecting workability of cementitious mixtures. While the value can be easily measured, and several models exist for estimating the parameter, no generally accepted definition exist for the optimal packing. Current study aims at exploring the concept of optimal packing in mortars and paste using particle packing and excess water layer theories. A semiempirical method is used for calculating water demand of mixtures based on their specific surface area. The approach allows for estimating optimal packing considering water demand and water to cement ratio of mixtures in addition to packing density. 

Subject headings

TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER  -- Samhällsbyggnadsteknik -- Husbyggnad (hsv//swe)

ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY  -- Civil Engineering -- Building Technologies (hsv//eng)

TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER  -- Samhällsbyggnadsteknik -- Annan samhällsbyggnadsteknik (hsv//swe)

ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY  -- Civil Engineering -- Other Civil Engineering (hsv//eng)

Keyword

Excess layer theory

packing density

optimal packing

Publication and Content Type

ref (subject category)

art (subject category)