CONCRETE PETROGRAPHY A HANDBOOK OF INVESTIGATIVE TECHNIQUES 2ED (PB 2019) Paperback

The second edition of Concrete Petrography, now in full color, is a thoroughly revised, updated, and expanded version of a highly regarded resource that demonstrates the crucial role of petrographic analysis in understanding concrete as a material. This book offers an authoritative and well-illustrated examination of concrete's composition and textures, including the origins of flaws, deterioration, and failures that can be identified through a petrological microscope. Reflecting recent scientific progress, significant advancements in instrumentation, current laboratory procedures, and a deeper understanding of concrete and related material performance, this edition provides engineers, trainees, and experienced petrographers with: Case studies featuring explanatory discussions. Practical guidance on specimen selection, handling, and preparation. Ultimately, this book aims to assist readers in grasping the scientific basis of petrographic analysis, leading to more precise and timely diagnoses and solutions for issues in structural concrete.