This volume investigates the fundamental mechanisms, measurement techniques, and structural implications of autogenous shrinkage in high-performance concrete. Edited by Eiichi Tazawa, the text compiles research presented at the 1998 Japan Concrete Institute workshop. It provides a technical framework for understanding how chemical shrinkage during cement hydration leads to internal strain and potential cracking in modern concrete structures.

Experts recognize this collection as a foundational reference for understanding early-age concrete behavior. The prose is highly technical and intended for researchers and structural engineers working with high-strength concrete formulations.