Modelling the D.C. Electrical Conductivity of Mortar
- 1 January 1994
- journal article
- Published by Springer Nature in MRS Proceedings
Abstract
The interfacial zone separating cement paste and aggregate in mortar and concrete is believed to influence many of the properties of these composites. This paper presents a theoretical framework for quantitatively understanding the influence of the interfacial zone on the overall electrical conductivity of mortar, based on realistic random aggregate geometries. These same ideas may also be used to approximately predict the fluid permeability of mortar.Keywords
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