Springer RILEM Report: Properties of Fresh and Hardened Concrete

Gain a comprehensive understanding of modern concrete technology with this RILEM Technical Committee State-of-the-Art Report. Published by Springer, this volume provides essential knowledge regarding the impact of Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCMs) on concrete performance. Readers will find detailed information on how materials such as slag, fly ash, silica fume, limestone powder, metakaolin, and natural pozzolans affect both fresh and hardened concrete. The text covers vital aspects including early strength development, workability, and shrinkage, alongside specific curing requirements. This technical resource also addresses practical industry concerns like the differences between postblending and preblending, the implications of SCM variability, and how these materials interact with common admixtures like superplasticizers and air entrainers. It is an important reference for professionals working in civil engineering and building construction materials.