Are cold-joints prone to failure

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These joints can compromise structural integrity by creating weak points prone to cracking, water infiltration, and reduced load-bearing capacity. Concrete cold joints, which occur when new concrete is placed against hardened concrete without proper bonding, are often considered problematic in construction. The delayed placement prevents full integration and knitting between the concrete batches and might lead to reduced structural robustness, increased. This discontinuity occurs because the older material has passed its initial setting time, preventing a true chemical bond with the fresh mix.

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An experimental and numerical study on the effects of cold joint

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An experimental and numerical study on the effects of cold joint

Cold joints, formed due to interruptions in the concrete placement process, significantly impact the mechanical behavior of concrete structures. This study comprehensively examines the

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