Evaluation of ASTM Methods to Determine Splitting Tensile Strength in Concrete, Masonry, and Autoclaved Aerated Concrete

• DOI: 10.1520/jai100446
• Publication Date: 2009-01-31T17:38:25Z
• Authors: Cody K. Parker; Jennifer E. Tanner; Jorge L. Varela
• Keywords: Autoclaved aerated concrete

Abstract Tensile strength of concrete or masonry is a fundamental material characteristic used to predict crack formation. ASTM C 496 and 1006 are specifically designed determine the splitting tensile cylinders units, respectively. Finite element studies for above tests were completed with maximum compared theoretical value in corresponding equations. The objectives this paper as follows: (1) evaluate current test methods using finite analysis; (2) assemblages through modifying an existing test; (3) application autoclaved aerated concrete; (4) proposed thin-bed mortar AAC construction. A case study propose single method new material.