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Concrete Flexural Strength Testing: Beam Testing for Pavements and Slabs

Guide to flexural strength testing of concrete beams for pavement design and slab applications using third-point and center-point loading methods.

Flexural strength testing evaluates concrete bending capacity.

Third-Point Loading

Standard test method for pavements. Load applied at third points of 150x150x600mm beam.

  • Beam dimensions (150x150x600mm)
  • Load spacing
  • Support requirements
  • Failure determination

Conclusion

Applicable Standards

EN 12390-5ASTM C78

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