Read full paper at: http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=53454#.VMWzFCzQrzE Author(s) Oladipupo S. Olafusi , Adekunle P. Adewuyi , Abiodun I. Otunla , Adewale O. Babalola Affiliation(s) Department of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria . ABSTRACT This paper compared the rheological properties and compressive strengths of self-compacting concrete (SCC) and conventional cement concrete. The flowability and segregation resistance of freshly mixed concrete specimens were examined by the V-funnel apparatus, while the characteristics of passing ability were investigated with the L-box apparatus. Cylindrical concrete specimens of 100 mm diameter × 200 mm length were investigated for compressive strength. The rheological properties of SCC are incomparable with those of the conventional concrete due to their diverse testing methods and characteristics of ...
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