Expansion and contraction is found in all materials due to change in temperature. Concrete undergoes expansion when exposed to high temperature, this expansion of concrete in a confined boundary leads to cracks. To overcome this problem expansion joints are placed in concrete slabs, pavement, buildings, bridges, sidewalks, railway tracks, piping systems, ships, and other structures. This article emphases on […]
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