Experimental Study On Concrete With Partial Replacement Of Cement By Nano Materials And Fibers

Abstract

Building sector is always on the lookout for new ways to improve concrete's qualities while cutting down on waste. Impact on mechanical characteristics and durability of concrete by partially replacing cement by nano materials and fibres are investigated in this experimental investigation. The cement was substituted with nano silica and other nano materials in different percentages; fibres similar to polypropylene were utilised to increase the ductility and tensile strength. Results for the changed concrete mixes were measured for water absorption, compressive, splitting tensile, and flexural strengths. Nanomaterials, via impact of filler and better particle packing, considerably increased concrete's compressive and flexural strengths, according to results. Fibres enhanced concrete's efficiency by increasing its ductility and tensile strength while decreasing creation of micro-cracks. Evidence from this study points to possibility of creating long-lasting, high-performance concrete by partially substituting nano materials and fibres for cement.