Abstract
Values of the dynamic Young’s modulus were monitored on cement-based samples containing recycled concrete. In particular, the study was focused on investigation of the relationship between the elastic stiffness and amount of recycled microfiller to replace Portland cement. The amount of the microfiller was ranging between 30 and 70 % per weight of the samples. The samples were cured in common laboratory conditions for 50 days, followed by their placement into a water bath for 2 days and consequent natural drying period for 6 days. The development of elastic stiffness was monitored using non-destructive impulse excitation method in order to demonstrate the influence of hydration when the specimens are stored in high humidity. The increase of elastic stiffness proves a secondary hydration of both – Portland cement and cement grains from the recycled cementitious material.
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