Concrete–ice abrasion mechanics

The mechanisms of abrasion of concrete by ice are investigated by review of lab and field studies, wear theory, fracture-, contact- and poro-mechanics. Experience indicates that ice abrasion does not require freeze/thaw cycles. Three distinct mechanisms may contribute to abrasion damage of concrete: (1) asperities of ice sliding on concrete can create tensile stresses sufficient to initiate cracks (with fatigue from repeated contacts playing an important role); (2) debris released from the surface of the concrete can act as sharp abrasive particles that enhance the damage as the ice drags them along the surface; and (3) water forced into surface defects can create pressure that propagates cracks. Topics for further research and recommendations for minimizing abrasion are suggested.

• Record URL:
  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cemconres.2015.01.001
• Record URL:
  http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0008884615000083
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• Supplemental Notes:
  • Abstract reprinted with permission from Elsevier.
• Authors:
  • Jacobsen, Stefan
  • Scherer, George W
  • Schulson, Erland M
• Publication Date: 2015-7

Language

• English

Media Info

• Media Type: Web
• Features: Appendices; Figures; Photos; References; Tables;
• Pagination: pp 79-95
• Serial:
  • Cement and Concrete Research
  • Volume: 73
  • Publisher: Elsevier
  • ISSN: 0008-8846
  • Serial URL: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/journal/00088846

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Abrasion; Concrete; Ice; Mechanics
• Subject Areas: Highways; Materials; I32: Concrete;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01573679
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Jul 21 2015 2:43PM