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The role of mortar in masonry: an introduction to requirements for the design of repair mortars

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    SYSNO ASEP0370291
    Document TypeC - Proceedings Paper (int. conf.)
    R&D Document TypeConference Paper
    TitleThe role of mortar in masonry: an introduction to requirements for the design of repair mortars
    Author(s) Válek, Jan (UTAM-F) ORCID, SAI, RID
    Groot, C. (NL)
    Hughes, J.J. (GB)
    Number of authors3
    Source Title2nd Historic mortars conference HMC2010 an RILEM TC 203-RHM Final workshop. - Cachan Cedex : RILEM Publications S.A.R.L, 2010 / Groot C. - ISBN 978-2-35158-112-4
    Pagess. 1323-1330
    Number of pages8 s.
    ActionHistoric mortars conference HMC2010 /2./ and RILEM TC 203-RHM Final Workshop
    Event date22.09.2010-24.09.2010
    VEvent locationPrague
    CountryCZ - Czech Republic
    Event typeWRD
    Languageeng - English
    CountryFR - France
    Keywordsmasonry ; mortar properties ; technical requirements
    Subject RIVJN - Civil Engineering
    R&D ProjectsLA09008 GA MŠMT - Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MEYS)
    CEZAV0Z20710524 - UTAM-F (2005-2011)
    AnnotationThe effective design of a mortar for repairing masonry depends on a clear understanding of its function within masonry. The functions of mortar materials in masonry are classified as bedding, pointing, grout, render, plaster and mortars for surface repairs. The requirements that each type of mortar must meet in service depend on its environmental exposure and its role in the structural integrity of the masonry element that it is found within. Technical requirements such as adhesion, strength, elasticity, water and vapour transmittance, drying behaviour, thermal dilatation, ability to deal with salt contamination and freeze-thaw cycling, and its aesthetic properties can be quantified. Different functions of mortar will be utilised in different repair interventions in masonry structures depending on these requirements. Mortar properties can be adjusted to meet technical requirements through the use of different binder and admixture types.
    WorkplaceInstitute of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics
    ContactKulawiecová Kateřina, kulawiecova@itam.cas.cz, Tel.: 225 443 285
    Year of Publishing2012
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