Prediction equation of drying shrinkage of concrete based on composite model

In this study, the prediction equation of drying shrinkage of concrete is obtained with two-phase composite model as aggregate and matrix. In order to obtain the input values for this prediction equation easily, the experimental formula of drying shrinkage and Young's modulus of cement paste are obtained, and the estimation method of Young's modulus of aggregate are proposed with easy test using cement paste, mortar and concrete. According to the experimental results, this equation can predict the drying shrinkage at any age in error by less than about 100 μm.