Experimental Method to Investigate Airflow through Cracked Concrete

This paper summarizes the results of a pilot experimental program intended to develop a robust data for global airflow through cracked concrete, with comparisons against a traditionally used prediction method. Current models for predicting airflow through concrete based on Poiseuille flow poorly translate to large-scale specimens and real-world conditions without calibration. This paper presents a novel testing apparatus that will be used to identify key variables affecting flow rate and develop numerical prediction methods for industrial application.

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This paper summarizes the results of a pilot experimental program intended to develop a robust data for global airflow through cracked concrete, with comparisons against a traditionally used prediction method.