Overview of Cement Chemistry and Concrete Performance: Quality Control and Composition

Offered By: NPTEL-NOC IITM via YouTube

Course Description

Overview

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Explore the history and production of cement in this 16-minute lecture. Delve into the use of binding materials like lime and locally sourced ingredients. Examine the cement production process, including raw materials and reactions in the kiln. Learn about quality control factors such as lime saturation factor, alumina ratio, and silica ratio. Understand the oxide composition and Bogues compound in cement. Discover the appearance of clinker and review examples. Gain valuable insights into cement chemistry and concrete performance through this comprehensive overview.

Syllabus

Intro
Reactions in the kiln
Quality control
Oxide composition
Appearance of clinker
Examples of clinker

Taught by

NPTEL-NOC IITM

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