Cement Soundness and the Autoclave Expansion Test
The autoclave expansion test (ASTM C 151) is used to provide an index of potential delayed expansion caused by the hydration of CaO and MgO in hydraulic cements. Questions have arisen over the years regarding the effect of excess crystalline free MgO (periclase) on cement soundness and concrete durability under actual service conditions.
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