Structural, Morphological and Mechanical Properties of Concrete Slab in Traditional Buildings in Casablanca, Morocco

Abstract

Morphological, structural and mechanical analyses were performed on reinforced concrete slab samples used in traditional buildings in Casablanca, Morocco. X-ray diffraction and morphological analysis revealed that all of the samples had a low Ca/Si intensity, which could be the primary factor responsible for the reduction in the compressive strength of our samples. The compressive strength ranged between 30.5 and 29.1 MPa and the flexural strength ranged between 13 and 15 MPa. Based on these results, we aim to obtain the basic knowledge necessary to propose a correct diagnosis, which is useful for planning conservation projects compatible with the specificity of the local culture of the building.

Keywords

• traditional buildings
• concrete slab
• elasticity modulus
• mechanical properties
• sclerometer test
• porosity