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Demolition Techniques for Concrete Structures

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Conventional methods for demolition are discussed and their performance compared in terms of their efficiency, safety and general levels of noise, vibration and dust produced. More recent techniques for the cutting and fragmentation of concrete structures and pavements are reviewed, and the relative advantages and limitations for their use in the demolition industry are examined. It is concluded that more research into the use of explosives and bursting techniques for partial demolition of both reinforced and prestressed concrete members could lead to considerable savings in time and reductions in demolition costs.

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  1. Department of Civil Engineering, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 5XH, UK

    Peter Lindsell

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  1. Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, The Netherlands

    Pieter C. Kreijger

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Lindsell, P. (1981). Demolition Techniques for Concrete Structures. In: Kreijger, P.C. (eds) Adhesion Problems in the Recycling of Concrete. Nato Conference Series, vol 4. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-8312-7_18

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