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Erosion of concrete by wind and water
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Erosion by water The erosion of concrete caused by hard suspended particles in flowing water presents a significant challenge in the design and maintenance of hydraulic infrastructure. This degradation mechanism is particularly critical for structures such as spillways, stilling basins, and dam outlets, where high-velocity flows and sediment-laden water are common. Erosive processes are primarily…
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Use of genetic algorithm for optimum proportioning of concrete
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Genetic Algorithms (GAs) have emerged as a robust optimization technique within civil engineering, particularly in the design of concrete mix proportions. Their inherent ability to address complex, multi-objective, and nonlinear optimization problems makes them well-suited for this application. Conventional mix design methodologies often rely on iterative, trial-and-error approaches that are both time-consuming and may fail…