Reinforced Concrete Design : repair/Restoration, Strengthening of R. C. Structures and concrete Technology

DETAILS : 

• Author : K. K. Ganguly
  
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Medtech Science Press
  
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ 1 January 2020
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
  
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 504 pages
  
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 938939340X
  
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9389393408
  
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 650 g

ABOUT THE BOOK

About the Book

Reinforced Concrete Design: Repair/Restoration, Strengthening of R.C. Structures and Concrete Technology is a vital technical compendium authored by K. K. Ganguly. As the global construction landscape shifts from building new landmarks to preserving existing infrastructure, this book serves as a critical guide for the modern engineer. It addresses the unavoidable reality that all reinforced concrete (R.C.) structures eventually suffer from the ravages of time, environmental stressors, and chemical degradation. Ganguly provides a systematic approach to identifying these "structural illnesses" and offers a comprehensive toolkit of "cures" designed to restore safety and extend the service life of buildings and bridges.

The book is meticulously structured into three foundational pillars. It begins with a deep dive into Concrete Technology, exploring the micro-structure of concrete and the chemical mechanisms behind durability. It then moves into Repair and Restoration, where Ganguly outlines practical methodologies for treating common issues like honeycombing, spalling, and rebar corrosion using modern materials such as polymer-modified mortars and epoxy injections. Finally, the section on Strengthening introduces cutting-edge techniques for seismic retrofitting and load enhancement, including the application of Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP) and external post-tensioning. By blending theoretical calculations with field-tested "know-how," this text empowers engineers to make informed decisions that balance structural integrity with cost-effectiveness.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

K. K. Ganguly is a distinguished structural engineer and academician whose career has been dedicated to the science of structural forensics and rehabilitation. With decades of experience in both the classroom and the construction site, he is widely recognized for his ability to translate complex structural theories into actionable field protocols. His work is particularly influential in the Indian subcontinent, where he has been a vocal advocate for "Structural Health Monitoring" and the adoption of high-performance materials. Through his writing, Ganguly has mentored a generation of civil engineers, instilling in them the precision and ethical responsibility required to maintain the backbone of our modern urban environments.