Experimental study on mechanical properties of concrete using mineral admixtures

Abstract

An experimental study on the compact effects of mineral admixtures on the properties of mechanical regarding concrete is presented in this abstract. Fly ash and silica fume were two examples of mineral admixtures that were included in the concrete mixes. Parameters like compressive strength, tensile strength, and durability were tested. The findings shed light on how mineral admixtures can improve the properties of concrete.The benefits of using admixtures such fly ash, silica fume, and granulated blast furnace slag in concrete are shown in this research. Various mechanical parameters, including compression, split tensile, and flexural strength, are measured for specimens of various classes. The M35 grade samples include fly ash (at 0.5, 0.10, and 0.15 concentrations), silica fume (at 0.5, 0.10, and 0.15 concentrations), and granulated blast furnace slag (at 0.5, 0.10, and 0.15 concentrations), all in lieu of cement. The ratio of water to cement used in all tests was 0.45. The chemical activity is slowed and the density is increased thanks to the ground granulated blast furnace sand. The use of a variety of admixtures in concrete results in improved performance in that material's construction. Compression, split tensile strength, and flexural strength are only some of the mechanical parameters that may be measured after 28 days.Therefore the findings are able to provide and compile valuable insights into the enhancement of “concrete properties” through the utilization of mineral admixtures. With the help of “incorporating mineral additives” like fly ash and silica fume into the concrete mixes, a series of fundamental tests were conducted and approved for the evaluation of parameters including compressive strength, tensile strength, and durability.