Prediction of compressive strength of concrete containing fly ash using data mining techniques

Francisco F. Martins; Aires Camões

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Prediction of compressive strength of concrete containing fly ash using data mining techniques

Francisco F. Martins ¹

Aires Camões ¹

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Department of Civil Engineering, University of Minho, Guimarães, Portugal

Publication date: 2013-01-01

Cement Wapno Beton 18(1) 39-51 (2013)

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This study has been carried out under the framework of the strategic plan (2011-2013) of Territory, Environment and Construction Centre (C-TAC/UM), PEst-OE/ECI/UI4047/2011, approved by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT).

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