The Determination of the Mobility of Materials and Mixtures Used in Making Concrete: Thesis (Classic Reprint)

Understanding how fresh concrete moves and sets, and how to measure it for better handling and placement.

This book explains the key idea of mobility in freshly mixed concrete and how it differs from commonly used terms like consistency, fluidity, and workability. It presents methods to quantify mobility and to compare how different mixtures behave under real placement conditions, from paste and paste-aggregate interactions to the effects of compaction and air voids.

• Clear definitions that connect how concrete is mixed, compacted, and placed in the field


• Practical test methods that assess mobility, including load-deformation behavior and flow tests


• How water content, cement, aggregate, and surface characteristics influence mobility


• Guidance on interpreting results to select mixes and compaction for better workability

Ideal for engineers, students, and professionals seeking a practical framework to evaluate and compare the mobility of various concrete mixes.