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Could any one share real time examples for Start to Finish (SF), Start to Start (SS)and Finish to Finish (FF) dependencies?
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Invite a discussion on quantification of minerals in thin section and their correlation with XRD quantification using Rietveld Method for Quantitative Phase Analysis. 1. Different Approaches for...
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I invite discussions from geologists and scientists; who are working on geochemical investigations of rocks and cement or lime-based construction materials. Scope of the discussion: -...
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If I have a thin section with chemically reactive components (for example concrete with reactive aggregates prone to Alkali Aggregate Reaction); will I able to draw any inferences from the images...
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How can prevent or control efflorescence issues related geopolymer concrete? In this regard; are there any threshold (or optimum) values for concentration (or proportions) of alkaline solutions to...
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How to fix or calculate Na2O (sodium oxide) content in a mixture of sodium silicate and sodium hydroxide with known solid contents? For example; 8%, 10% and 12%. The ratio of sodium silicate and...
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How can I use the cif data obtained from rietveld refinement extracted via gsas2, for microstructural analysis using ETEX software?
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I have modelled a steel structure using beam elements in Abaqus and attached to this structure reinforced concrete slab. The analysis that I am making is heat transfer of the structure. The...
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Machine learning (ML) has shown great potential in predicting the compressive strength of concrete, an important property for structural engineering. However, its practical application comes with...
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Any suggestions with respect to etchant composition and holding time?
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I am working on scale development in behavioral finance by undertaking a mixed-method approach using the exploratory sequential design. The phenomenon has diverse meanings in existing literature...
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Geopolymers have gained attention for their potential in immobilizing radioactive waste. Recent studies indicate that they offer a promising alternative to traditional cement binders. Geopolymers,...
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Recently I've been working on a simulation of concrete 3D printing, and has successfully simulated a layer-by-layer 3D printing process using model change. However, when I proceeded to try...
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What heavy aggregates are available for protective concrete in your country?
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What are the benefits and advantages of concrete flooring when used in parking lot floors, and what are the technical requirements and general specifications that should be considered to ensure...
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Dear colleagues, I'm currently modelling a simple 4-point bending test of a concrete beam in Abaqus. However, the load-displacement curve was ascending (without final point), which didn't match...
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