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4 cards from this section. Quick, good the night before a test.
Define creep in the context of concrete.
Think about changes that happen over time.
What is plastic shrinkage?
Focus on the timing after pouring.
What is creep in concrete?
Recall our definition of creep.
True or False: Plastic shrinkage occurs after the concrete has set.
Think about when cracks can first appear.
Consider a concrete beam subjected to a constant load. Over time, how might the effects of creep influence the design of the beam?
Think about what happens to the beam over time.
You are tasked with designing a new pavement using FRC. What strategies would you implement to minimize plastic shrinkage cracking, and why?
Consider both material choice and environmental factors.
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