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A PAPER PRESENTATION
ON
K.HARINADH
II/IV B.TECH (CIVIL)
Cell: 9985457977
E-mail: kharinadh@yahoo.com
CH.PRASANTH,
II/IV B.TECH (CIVIL)
Cell: 9866976721
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ABSTRACT:
Shotcrete is the sprayed concrete, which was first used in Pennsylvania, USA in
1907 by Dr.Aneley. The technology is improving giving us enhanced comforts and the
task is completed with a greater economy in terms of both time and investment. This
innovative technology of shotcrete was introduced to make the work easier and
immediate where any alterations are to be made or any architectural effects are to
be
enhanced.
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DEFINITION OF SHOTCRETE:Shotcrete is a mortar or high performance concrete conveyed
through a hose and
pneumatically projected at high velocity onto a backing surface. It is the force of
this
spraying action that leads to compaction of the concrete or mortar which then forms
layers of concrete to the required thickness. Shotcreting has been an acceptable
way of
placing cementitious material in a variety of applications.
Usually patented polypropylene fibers are included in the shotcrete which
increases the cohesive nature of the shotcrete through mechanically binding the
cementitious materials together. This mechanism reduces the rebound waste that
occurs
through the shotcreting process and these fibers also resist plastic shrinkage and
cracking
through their ability to enhance the early stage tensile strength of concrete.
Shotcrete also gives better surface finishes and reduces surface tearing on
nonlinear sections. Cementitious material containing the poly propylene fibers
resist cycles
of freezing and thawing and also reduces the chances of water and chemical
penetrations.
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CLASSIFICATIONS OF SHOTCRETE:
There are two classifications of shotcrete namely1. Dry process
2. Wet process
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WET PROCESS - AN OVERVIEW:Working of wet process proceeds as per the following
steps:
Step1: All ingredients, including water, are thoroughly mixed and introduced into
the
shotcrete equipment.
Step 2: Wet material is pumped to the nozzle where compressed air is introduced to
provide high velocity for placement and consolidation of the material onto the
receiving
surface.
Step 3: Mostly wet-process shotcreting is done with premixed mortar or small
aggregate
concrete. The mix design and consistency of supply are very important in order to
provide a mix with the workability or plasticity to be pumped through a small-
diameter
hose.
Sand gradation is the same as for the dry process and for coarse aggregate
mixes; 20-30 percent of 3/8" aggregate is added. Cement content will vary according
to
the aggregate gradation and surface area. However, most mixes contain approximately
700 pounds or more of cement.
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APPLICATIONS OF SHOTCRETE: Shotcrete finds a major application in tunneling.
Tunnel lining is made much
easy by this process.
Domes
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Arch culverts and highway culverts are other major applications of shotcrete.
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CONCLUSION:The use of Shotcrete to build new concrete structures as well as to
restore and
repair existing structures is well known and documented and it is perhaps the most
diverse method available for concrete construction. The use of this innovative
technology
is increasing day by day and procedures for its proper performance are well
developed
and high quality work is regularly obtained.
REFERENCES:
1. www.adfil.com
2. www.commercialshotcrete.com
3. www.allentownequipment.com