Journal
CEMENT & CONCRETE COMPOSITES
Volume 31, Issue 6, Pages 388-396Publisher
ELSEVIER SCI LTD
DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconcomp.2009.04.006
Keywords
Foam concrete; Engineering properties; Air-void systems; Durability; Thermal insulation; Fire resistance
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Though foam concrete was initially envisaged as a void filling and insulation material, there have been. renewed interest in its structural characteristics in view of its lighter weight. savings in material and potential for large scale utilization of wastes like fly ash. The focus of this paper is to classify literature on foam concrete in terms of constituent materials (foaming agent, cement and other fillers used), mix proportioning, production methods, fresh and hardened properties of foam concrete. Based on the review, the following research needs have been identified: (i) developing affordable foaming agent and foam generator, (ii) investigation on compatibility between foaming agent and chemical admixtures, use of lightweight coarse aggregate and reinforcement including fibers, (iii) durability studies, and (iv) factors influencing foam concrete production viz., mixing, transporting and pumping. (C) 2009 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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