Influence of Fresh Concrete Properties on the Mechanical Properties of Hardened Concrete

Abstract

Abstract: Characteristics of hard concrete such as compressive strength are significantly affected by freshly prepared concrete properties. The properties of fresh concrete affect the future performance of structures. Compressive strength is found to be major parameter indicating condition of any concrete structures. In this work affect of basic properties such ratio of cement to aggregate; water to cement ratio, workability and density of fresh concrete on the compressive strength is evaluated and a regression model is developed.