Test Method for Flexural Strength of Concrete (Using Simple Beam With Third-Point Loading)
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ASTM RR:C09-1050 is a test method that determines the flexural strength of concrete using a simple beam with third-point loading. The purpose of this standard is to provide a standardized procedure for measuring the flexural strength of concrete, which is an important characteristic for structural applications.
The test method involves casting concrete beams with specific dimensions and curing them under specified conditions. The beams are then subjected to load on their third points using a testing machine. The load is increased gradually until the beam fails, and the maximum load at failure is recorded as the flexural strength of the concrete.
The standard also provides guidelines for the selection of specimen dimensions, preparation of beams, and testing equipment. It outlines the procedures for calculating and reporting the flexural strength results, as well as recommendations for reducing sources of variability and obtaining reliable measurements.
This standard is based on the results of an interlaboratory study, which involved 22 laboratories testing two different specimen sizes. The purpose of the study was to determine the precision of the test method and establish a precision statement. This ensures that the results obtained using this test method are consistent and reliable across different laboratories.
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