Original Articles: 2014 Vol: 6 Issue: 7
Analysis on effects of freeze-thaw cycle on mechanical properties of concrete
Abstract
This paper made an experimental study on the attenuation law of basic mechanical properties of concrete after the
action of freeze-thaw cycle, and constructed a mathematical model of complete compressive stress-strain curve
equation of concrete. Based on the test data, compressive stress-strain relation of concrete after the action of
freeze-thaw cycle was gained. Besides, a comparison was made between experimental value and theoretical value of
compressive stress-strain relation of concrete after freeze-thaw, which verified the accuracy of the established
mathematical model. By studying the attenuation law of anti-frost property and mechanical properties of concrete,
its change rule was revealed. This has provided basic data for theories of frost resistance durability design for
concrete structure in practical engineering.