Abstract
Fiber reinforcement delays the crack generation and enhances the strength of the host matrix. However, the bonding mechanism between fiber and concrete matrix is controversial in literature and needs better explanation. Due to surface smoothness and inert chemical nature of commercially available fibers, several mechanical and chemical treatment techniques have been studied by researchers to increase the fiber-matrix bonding properties. The use of fibers in pervious concrete is even more challenging due to high porosity and insufficient fiber-matrix bonding interface. This study discusses the effect of chemical treatment on short polypropylene fibers and its uses in pervious concrete as reinforcement. The change in fiber surface due to the treatment is determined through fiber wettability test and Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM). Changes on the tensile strength of fibers by the treatment methods are also tabulated. Single fiber pullout tests are conducted to study the effect of the treatment type on fiber-cement interface properties. Treated fibers are then put into pervious concrete matrix for compressive and flexural strength tests. Chemical treatments are found to improve the surface roughness and cement matrix interface properties, as well as to enhance the overall strength of the fiber reinforced pervious concrete.
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