4. Introduction
Cracks in the building is a universal problem faced throughout the
world. Building components components could be caused by
externally applied forces such as dead, live, wind, seismic loads or
foundation settlement or could it be induced by internally due to
temperature variations, chemical actions.
6. Flexural cracks
Flexure implies twisting, cracks in strengthened concrete beams subjected to
for the most part
Begins in strain zone i.e. delicate of the beam. The width of flexural cracks in
beams for here
and now stacking may prompt be limited and long haul stacking; the crack
might be expanded or uniform over the par
8. Torsionanl Cracks
The beams are subjected to torsion alongside shear power and twisting
moment. Shear power and twisting moment happens at loads acting
ordinary to the plane of bowing. Loads from the bowing plane causes
torsional moment
10. Tension Cracks
Tension cracks are formed in beams subjected to shrinkage and temperature
changes.
Usually these cracks tend to propagate over the full depth of cross section
of the beam.
12. Horizontal Cracks
Horizontal cracks are to be appeared in reinforced concrete column at
the beam- column junction due to shear force,This type of crack is often
due to unbalanced soil and hydrostatic water pressuring pressing against
your foundation wall. You may notice the foundation bowing inwards and
water leaking into your basement. Both block and poured foundations can
develop horizontal
14. Diagonal Cracks
Diagonal cracks in cross walls of a multi-story load bearing structure:
These cracks are due to differential strain in the internal and external load
bearing walls to which the cross walls are bonded. When walls are unevenly
loaded with wide variation in stress in different parts, excessive shear stress
is developed which causes cracking in the walls.
16. Vertical Cracks
Vertical cracks in the top most storey at the corner
These cracks are caused due to shrinkage of RCC roof slab on initial drying
as well as due to thermal contraction, exerting an inward pull on the walls
in both directions.
18. Prevention
TO PREVENT CRACKS DUE TO MOVEMENT
DUE TO CHEMICAL REACTION.
TO PREVENT CRACKS DUE TO CRACKING
DUE TO VEGETATION
SURFACE FILING METHOD.
1. CEMENTITIOUS GROUTING METHOD
19. To prevent Cracks due to Movement due to Chemical Reaction
For structural concrete in foundation, if sulphate content in soil exceeds 0.2
per cent or in groundwater exceed 300 ppm, use very dense concrete
and either increase richness of mix to 1:1.5:3 or use sulphate resisting
Portland cement/super-sulphated cement or adopt a combination of the
two methods depending upon the sulphate content of the soil.
20. To Prevent Cracks Due to Cracking Due to Vegetation
Do not let trees grow too close to buildings, compound-walls, garden walls,
etc, taking extra care if soil under the foundation happens to be shrinkable
soil/ clay. If any saplings of trees start growing in fissures of walls, etc.
remove them at the earliest opportunity.
21. Surface Filling Method:
For cracks of width of micro-cracks less than 0.2mm, it is the most simple
technique used and to apply brush polymer or to apply elastomeric
sealant on the surface in order to prevent moisture content, carbon
dioxide and other harmful materials. But the main drawback is that it
belongs to repair only shallow surfaces and not deep cracks and cracks
not suitable to water pressure.
22. Cementitious Grouting Method:
It is used for repair of wide cracks. It is a mixture of cementitious material
and water that is proportioned to produce a proper consistency. Cement-
based grouts are available in a wide range of consistencies; therefore, the
methods of application are different for different material.
24. Crack Repair Methods
This several methodologies have been shown to be feasible for repairing of
existing cracked and following the evaluation of the concrete crack
structures, a suitable repair procedure can be selected.
25. CHEMICAL GROUTING
Chemical mortars are made up of solutions of two or more chemicals
(such as urethanes, sodium silicates and acrylic homides) which together
form a gel, a solid precipitate or a foam, unlike cement mortars, which
consist of suspensions of solid particles in a liquid
26. Conclusion
Proper construction methods should be used during construction to prevent
formation of crack.
However if there are any cracks, visual inspection should be done first. Cause
of the cracks should be done with first before repairing.
Evaluation of cracks can be done by different technique like crack
compactor and ultrasonic testing.