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Forensic Study of Cinder Block Decay by Hector Andres Gonzalez-Cardenoza is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses the historical use and subsequent decay of cinder aggregate masonry units, which became popular post-World War II but faced significant deterioration issues by the mid-1970s. It outlines the causes of failure, including internal fracturing and pop-outs due to moisture absorption and the presence of impurities like iron and unfired coal. The paper emphasizes the importance of identifying hidden decay in masonry structures to prevent catastrophic failures and suggests repair methods for
- Author
- Hector Andres Gonzalez-Cardenoza
- Language
- EN