coefficient of friction: concrete on concrete
coefficient of friction: concrete on concrete
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what is a representative coefficient of sliding friction for concrete on concrete or concrete on mud-mat?
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RE: coefficient of friction: concrete on concrete
This is listed in Table 19 of BS 5975 for various contact materials
Andy Machon
RE: coefficient of friction: concrete on concrete
Richard Beneke.
RE: coefficient of friction: concrete on concrete
RE: coefficient of friction: concrete on concrete
If the foundation soil is sufficiently soft to require a mud mat, then the concrete base is much more likely to slide TOGETHER WITH THE MUD MAT, on the underlying soil. Thus the controlling coefficient of friction depends on the soil properties.