Standard Test Methods for Determination of Abrasion Resistance of Concrete

There are different test methods to determine the abrasion resistance of concrete subjected to number of various types of abrasion. There are number of different tests used in various countries and it is clear that there is no single test that adequately measures the abrasion resistance of concrete under all conditions. This paper covers the summary and classification of the various abrasion tests which are listed below.  Test method for abrasion resistance of concrete by sand blasting (ASTM C 418)  Test method for obtaining and testing drilled cores and sawed beams of concrete (ASTM C 944)  Test method for abrasion resistance of horizontal concrete surfaces (ASTM C 779)  Test method for abrasion resistance of concrete Underwater method (ASTM C 1138) The paper presents the detailed procedure and equipment required for each testing method. A tabular guide illustrating the suitability of each method in different abrasive loadings is also presented which is useful to the researcher in deciding the type of test required to best simulate the field of abrasion conditions.