Strength parameters of flyash based geopolymer concrete: An analytical approach

Abstract

Concrete is a high strength material when compared to the other construction materials. The condition of the concrete means its mix and proportion will give good strength to the construction. The durable nature will give the long life to the construction. In India as per the temperature and monsoon conditions most of the constructions are being constructed using concrete. For this the ingredients required for the concrete like fine and coarse aggregates and cement usage is most required. When the requirement is more means it is decreasing the river and mine sources. It is being affecting the environment by digging the river basins and mining. To overcome this situation a partial replacement of materials is to be initiated. This study's methodology involves substituting fly ash for cement and polymers in order to reinforce concrete. M25 Grade of concrete is chosen for this approach and the geo polymer concrete is supposed to find out its strength characteristics by conducting Compression strength Tests. The 150*150*150 mm Prepared cube moulds are casted for cement concrete mix design and Geo polymer concrete mix design. Geo-polyemer concrete is a novel concept in the construction industry, however so far it has been tested mostly in academic settings. Managing the heat of hydration that concrete produces ushers in a new age and a revolution. The cubes were water cured and oven dried for cement concrete and geo polymer concrete cubes. The comparative test results have shown the suitable usage for various construction works.