Chopped Glass Fiber Research Articles

Thermal kinetic, mechanical and wear properties of glass fiber reinforced polyamide 6 thermoplastic composites

AbstractPolyamide 6 (PA6) thermoplastic‐based composites are often used in automobile, aerospace, marine, and biomedical applications. Here, PA6 and its composites with varied chopped glass fiber (GF) concentrations of 5, 10, and 20 mass% were fabricated by injection molding. The specimens were characterized by structural, thermal kinetic, mechanical, as well as tribological analyses. Tribological performance was evaluated in dry pin‐on‐disc test apparatus with three different levels of time, speed, and load factors. The PA6/GF composites showed high decomposition activation energy compared to pure PA6. Thermal activation, Ea increased to 46.16% with increasing of GF content up to 10 mass% in the composites compared to PA6. PA6/5GF exhibited best mechanical properties (e.g., strength = 44.46 MPa and Hardness = 45.2). Addition of GF in PA6 significantly improved tribological properties, coefficient of friction (COF) and specific wear rate (WR) besides thermal stability and mechanical properties of the composites. Especially, COF and WR of PA6/5GF composite decreased by 17%–65% and 68%–92%, respectively, compared to PA6. ANOVA statistical results determined the significant contribution of the tribological factors to the performance metrics of the composites for COF and WR. Therefore, the PA6/5GF composite would highly be useful for tie‐rod gears and bearings as a crucial structural component in automotive bodywork.

Mechanical Characterization of Hybrid Bagasse/Eggshell/E-glass Fiber-based Polyester Composite

Currently, numerous researchers, scientists, and industrialists are drawn towards utilizing natural fillers rather than synthetic ones because of their environmentally-friendly characteristics, lower density per unit volume and favorable mechanical attributes. Several studies have demonstrated that using organic filler in polyester matrix composites, instead of disposing of them in landfills, has various advantages. The current study focuses on the investigation of the mechanical characteristics of composite material made from a combination of bagasse, eggshell, and e-glass fibers exhibit characteristics such as strength under tension, strength under bending, resistance to indentation, and mass per unit volume. Different weight percentages of eggshell/bagasse were used to make the material using the hand lay-up technique (3wt%, 6wt%, 9wt%, and 12wt%), with 19wt% of glass fiber mixed in the resin. The use of inorganic fillers like calcium carbonate, a non-renewable mineral that may be expensive and environmentally hazardous to extract and process, is being reduced in favor of organic fillers like eggshell and bagasse, which are inexpensive and readily available. Specimens were generated by interposing fiber waste amidst chopped strand glass fiber mats, with variations in the bagasse, eggshell and polyester content, while keeping the amount of E-glass fiber constant. Afterward, the specimens were trimmed to the appropriate dimensions and subjected to analysis with a universal apparatus. The research showed that enhancing the quantity of bagasse/eggshell fiber within the hybrid composite resulted in an enhancement of its mechanical characteristics. The best reinforcement effect was observed in a hybrid composite with 6% bagasse/eggshell fiber.

Advanced adhesive repairs and reinforcements for curved glass/epoxy composite laminates

This study investigates the repair of damaged curved glass/epoxy composite laminates through various adhesive reinforcements and adhesively bonded external patches. The experimental procedures involve fabricating laminates, conducting four-point bending tests, quasi-static indentation tests, and optimizing damaged areas. Results demonstrate the influence of repairs on curved beam strength and interlaminar tensile strength. Adhesive repairs with chopped fiber reinforcement outperform plain epoxy and particle fiber-reinforced repairs, preserving 51.28% of curved beam strength. Adhesively bonded external patches, both single and double, with chopped fiber reinforcement exhibit significant strength recovery 72.08% and 80.78% compared to virgin samples. The study emphasizes the effectiveness of adhesively bonded external patches, particularly those with chopped glass fiber reinforcement, in enhancing curved beam strength and interlaminar tensile strength. This research provides valuable insights for repairing angled structures, such as those in airplane components, showcasing potential applications of these techniques for structural maintenance.

Water Absorption, Thermal, and Mechanical Properties of Bamboo Fiber with Chopped Glass Fiber Filler-Reinforced Polyester Composites

This study explores the investigations of bamboo fiber-reinforced polyester composites with chopped glass fiber (CGF) filler, focusing on addressing the challenges of low mechanical properties, limited thermal stability, and high moisture absorption. The two types of composites were fabricated using the hand layup method, that is, long unidirectional 0° bamboo fiber (BF) and randomly oriented short bamboo fiber (BP) reinforced a polyester matrix with chopped glass fiber (CGF) filler. By incorporating CGF filler, significant improvements in mechanical properties were achieved across both types of bamboo fiber, surpassing the limitations of unfilled composites. Notably, the composite formulation consisting of 40% wt. of unidirectional 0° BF and 5% wt. of CGF filler exhibited superior ultimate tensile strength, flexural strength, impact strength, water absorption, and thermal stability. This composite demonstrated remarkable enhancements, with increases of up to 131.22 MPa, 128.76 MPa, 113.3 kJ/m2, 1.94% water absorption, and up to 255°C (representing a 10% improvement) in thermal stability compared to the unfilled composite. Statistical analysis revealed quadratic models for the mechanical properties of long unidirectional 0° bamboo fiber composites, while water absorption exhibited a linear two-factor interaction model. For randomly oriented short bamboo fiber, the models for tensile, flexural, and water absorption properties were linear, while the impact energy model showed a quadratic relationship. These statistical models provide valuable insights into predicting the properties of bamboo fiber-reinforced polyester composites. This research underscores the significance of bamboo fiber-reinforced polyester composites in wall partition systems. This study paves the way for improved performance in these areas. The findings highlight the potential of incorporating CGF filler, enabling enhanced mechanical strength, increased thermal stability, and improved resistance to moisture-related issues. The derived statistical models offer valuable guidance for predicting the properties of these composites, facilitating their application and adoption in the construction industry.

Enhancing flame and electrical surface discharge resistance in silicone rubber composite insulation through aluminium hydroxide, clay, and glass fibre additives

Silicone rubber (SR) is a leading polymer used in electrical outdoor insulation applications due to its superior hydrophobic characteristics. However, the low flame and electrical surface discharge resistance of SR limit its broad viability and challenge its integrity in severe outdoor working conditions. This work attempts to explore the flame retardancy and surface discharge characteristics of SR co-filled with aluminium hydroxide (ATH), nanoclay montmorillonite (MMT), and chopped glass fibre (GF). Results indicate that the incorporation of ATH/MMT/GF could assist in improving the fire and surface discharge resistance of the SR material. It is noted that the maximum average rate of heat emission (MARHE) and total smoke production (TSP) are measured at 24.93 kW/m2 and 0.48 m2 in SRE, relative to 61.29 kW/m2 and 6.02 m2 in SRB. Using finite element analysis (FEA), the maximum electric field strength is computed at 4.66 × 106 V/m in the air gap coupled with a high-voltage (HV) plate and sample. SRE exhibits a higher partial discharge inception voltage (PDIV) value of 2.32 kVrms than its counterparts, while the maximum discharge magnitude (Qmax) is computed at 7095 pC, relative to 7746 pC in SRB. SRE emerges as a preferable SR composite to be used in electrical insulation applications with excellent flame and surface discharge resistance characteristics.

Experimental and analytical study of steel and chopped glass fibre reinforced concrete under compression

Fibres have been used in concrete mixtures for many applications to improve performance. Fibres bridge cracks which enhances peak, post-cracking, and toughness responses. Understanding the compressive behaviour of Fibre Reinforced Concrete (FRC) is important for the structural design of compressive members including columns, piers, and compressive struts of beams. An experimental and analytical investigation was carried out to evaluate the compressive response of FRC. A total of 50 cylinders (100 ×200 mm) were tested in compression to evaluate the effect of adding steel and/or glass fibres with three dosages (0.5%, 1.0%, and 1.5% by volume fraction) on compressive strength; modulus of elasticity; Poisson’s ratio; yield, peak, and ultimate strains; and toughness index. Since adding fibres affects concrete’s stress-strain relationship, a new concrete compressive stress-strain relationship that accounts for the effect of steel and glass fibres is proposed. This study also presents new design-oriented expressions for equivalent stress block parameters that consider fibre influence. Results indicate that adding fibres significantly increases peak stress, yield strain, ultimate strain, and toughness index though the modulus of elasticity was unaffected. The proposed model was found to give a good, though the conservative representation of the measured stress-strain response with experimental to predicted ratios between 1.00 and 1.13 and a coefficient of variation between 5% and 14%.

A Review on Influence of Titanium Dioxide, Molybdenum Disulfide and Glass Fibers on Polytetrafluoroethylene (Ptfe) for Wear Resistance

This study investigates the tribological performance of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) composites reinforced with a synergistic combination of titanium dioxide (TiO2), molybdenum disulfide (MoS2), and glass fibers. The fabrication process involves blending the materials in an electric blender, followed by the addition of chopped glass fibers. The resulting mixture is molded, cold pressed, and sintered to create PTFE composites with varying compositions. The tribological tests are conducted under fixed conditions, including constant velocities of 1 m/s, 2 m/s, and 3 m/s, with load increments until specimen failure. The experiments are carried out using a hydraulic motor to apply loads rapidly, and various parameters such as normal load, speed, temperature, and friction torque are recorded. The study aims to understand the influence of each ingredient on the tribological behavior of the composite, with a focus on wear rates, specific wear energy, and specific wear rate calculations. The results contribute valuable insights into optimizing PTFE composites for enhanced friction and wear resistance, particularly in applications requiring superior tribological properties.

The effect of adhesively bonded external hybrid patches on the residual strength of repaired glass/epoxy‐curved laminates

AbstractComposite materials are increasingly used in aircraft structural components with complex structures like L, C, or T shapes, which can cause delamination failure in the thickness direction under complex loading. This research focuses on the experimental investigation of the effect of different adhesive reinforcement phases with an adhesively bonded external patch to examine the residual strength and delamination resistance of repaired glass/epoxy curved samples. The damaged region in curved samples was repaired using adhesive reinforcement phases like neat epoxy, chopped glass fiber, and particulate glass fiber, along with adhesively bonded external patches like hybrid patches of glass/Kevlar (HP G/K), glass/carbon (HP G/C), and intraply patch carbon/Kevlar (IP C/K). The findings show that chopped glass fiber HP G/C patch‐repaired curved samples had a curved beam strength (CBS) and interlaminar tensile strength (ILTS) recovery of 222.87% and 149.54%, respectively, as compared to damage area removed samples. In addition, it exhibited higher peak force, residual strength, and less elongation when compared to HP G/K and IP C/K patch‐repaired curved samples. According to the findings of this research, composite angle brackets in aircraft structural components can be repaired utilizing an adhesively bonded HP G/C patch filled with chopped glass fiber at the dressed site.Highlights The effect of patch hybridization on repaired curved laminates was studied. Four‐point bending test was conducted on indented and repaired samples. Residual strength and delamination behavior were studied. Chopped glass fiber HP G/C patch repaired samples had higher CBS and ILTS. Delamination onset and propagation were assessed using Photographic images.

Effect of fiber entanglement in chopped glass fiber reinforced composite manufactured via long fiber spray-up molding

Long Fiber Spray-up Molding (LFSM) deviates from the conventional approach in liquid composite molding (LCM) processes by utilizing extremely long chopped strands of fibers as the primary reinforcement material in its fabrication process. In LFSM, chopped fibers are impregnated with resin that is sprayed vertically downwards before reaching the mold surface. The spraying mechanism is mounted on an actuator, which is capable of spraying freely in any specified pattern or direction. Under LFSM, it is extremely difficult to fabricate a composite part with uniformly distributed fiber content throughout its volume. The consequences of the non-uniform fiber volume distribution arise from the fiber entanglement as the length of the fiber reaches up to 100 mm in LFSM. In this study, the effect of fiber entanglement during LFSM was analyzed through various approaches. This included measuring the coefficient of friction between fibers in contact and examining the correlation between fiber lengths and the number of intersections. Furthermore, the viscoelastic properties of the uncured composite part were assessed by experimenting with the influence of viscosity on fiber length during compression molding. The results were then computed, modeled, and visualized in MATLAB, considering variations in viscosity and fiber length, both before and after compression molding.

Plastic Waste Valorization for Fused Deposition Modeling Feedstock: A Case Study on Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate/High-Density Polyethylene Sustainability

In this study, material development, characterization, and sustainability assessment are performed on blends from recycled post-consumer commodity plastics for fused deposition modeling (FDM) filament extrusion. A recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) and high-density polyethylene (rHDPE) blend 80:20 ratio is modified using three different methods: compatibilization with Maleic Anhydride, surface functionalization of PET with sodium dodecyl sulphate (SDS), and hybridization by combination of the two methods which is a novel approach. The selected blends were reinforced with chopped glass fibers and characterized. The printability of blends was assessed, and the dimensional accuracy of the prints was calculated. In addition, a cost estimation and comparison between the developed blends and the commercially available FDM filaments was carried out. Finally, life cycle assessment (LCA) was conducted for each prepared blend to facilitate the decision of the optimum blend in relation to mechanical properties and environmental performance and hence correlate the material, economic, and sustainability advantages.

The Reinforcement Effect of Nanoclay on the Damping Characteristics of Hybrid Laminated Composites

The Hybrid Nanocomposite (HNC) laminates are processed by reinforcing the chopped strand mat glass fiber and organically modified montmorillonite clay (OMT) in the polyester matrix. The different percentage by weight (1, 2, 3, and 5% ) of OMT are mixed by high speed shear mixer into the polyester matrix and then the HNC laminates are fabricated by introducing pre-mixed polyester-clay into the CSM by hand lay-up technique. A tensile test result reveals that nanoclay in polyester matrix significantly improves the tensile modulus and strength of HNC. The results also indicate that increasing the amount of nanoclay beyond 2% by weight reduces the mechanical properties but surpassing the basic glass fiber filled system. The reinforcing effect of clay enhances the flexural modulus and strength. Considerable improvement in impact energy absorption is seen from the impact test. Dynamic mechanical analysis shows that incorporation of nanoclay improves the storage modulus and Loss tangent of HNC. Free vibration tests and logarithmic decrement methods are used to predict the dynamic characteristics such as natural frequency, and damping factor for the first four modes of different clay concentrations. Dynamic results show that second phase nanoscale dispersion between the matrix and E-glass fiber significantly enhances the internal damping of hybrid composites.

Technological Appraisal of Prefabricated Glass Fibre Reinforced Gypsum (GFRG) Panels in Building Construction System

Housing is a fundamental human necessity and an integral part of the built environment. Traditional building materials utilised in the housing sector, like steel, cement and burnt clay bricks, are becoming more and more necessary every year. The decrease of the use of these energy-intensive construction materials and the speedy supply of housing units at reasonable rates are the two key challenges facing the mass housing business today. Glass Fibre Reinforced Gypsum (GFRG), a new building material, is used mostly in houses. Building panels called Rapidwall are another name for it. Gypsum plaster that has been changed and strengthened with chopped glass fibres is used to create glass fibre reinforced gypsum panels, or GFRGs. This panel can be used to build walls, floors, and roof slabs because it has voids that can be filled with concrete and reinforced with steel bars for further strength and ductility. It is a cost-effective and environmentally beneficial alternative to common materials like cement blocks, concrete, and bricks. Prefabricated Glass Fibre Reinforced Gypsum (GFRG) Panels are a cost-effective and resource-efficient way to build low-rise homes in poor nations. The case of Prefabricated Glass Fibre Reinforced Gypsum (GFRG) Panels is examined in this research, along with their engineering viability and qualities as a building material. The study finds that GFRG panels are a practical substitute for traditional bricks that have more intangible advantages.

Study on the Mechanical Characteristics, Heat Resistance, and Corrosion Resistance of Unsaturated Polyester Resin Composite

In this study, the researchers aimed to broaden the applications of unsaturated polyester resin (UPR) composites in the building field by incorporating surface-modified titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles and reinforced chopped glass fibers within the UPR matrix. Specifically, the composites containing 4 wt.% TiO2 nanoparticles and 30 wt.% chopped glass fiber exhibited remarkable properties of 46.1 kJ/m2 in impact strength, 90.1 MPa in flexural strength, 78.8 MPa in tensile strength, and 121.5 °C in heat deflection temperature, which improve 207.5%, 80.3%, 62.5%, and 73.6%, respectively, when compared with the blank sample. Furthermore, the results of the corrosion resistance test showed that the composites performed poorly against polar organic and alkaline solutions, presented good corrosion resistance against acidic media, and behaved relatively stable in the salt solution.

Shear Contribution of GFRP Reinforced Concrete Beams Mixed with Seawater, Freshwater, and Chopped Glass Fiber

The behavior and shear strength of concrete beams reinforced with longitudinal GFRP bars mixed with seawater are the subject matter of experimental research discussed in this paper. Seven beams were tested in bending to determine how much concrete contributes to shear resistance. The beams were longitudinally reinforced with glass fiber-reinforced polymer bars and were similar in size and concrete strength; however, they were not even shear-reinforced. The 3,100 mm long, 400 mm deep, and 200 mm wide beams underwent thorough testing until the failure. The test parameters included chopped fiber content (0, 0.5, 2, and 3 kg/m3), longitudinal reinforcement ratios (1.0, 1.4, and 2.0%), and mixing water type (freshwater and seawater). The test findings showed that Increasing the reinforcement ratio raised the neutral-axis depth, enabled the formation of more closely spaced cracks, and minimized the loss of flexural stiffness after cracking, according to the test results. The contribution of aggregate interlock as well as the contribution of uncracked concrete are both enhanced through increasing the area of concrete in compression. Additionally, increasing the reinforcement ratio enhances the dowel action, which reduces the tensile stresses produced in the surrounding concrete. Keywords: Seawater; Chopped Fiber; Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP); Shear Strength.

Development of novel environmental proficient hybrid composites based on marble dust and poultry’s eggshell

Poultry eggshell and marble dust were added to a mixture that was then reinforced with glass fibres and epoxy resin, and the resulting material was studied for its effect. The samples were created utilizing the hand Lay-up method, chopped glass fibre (6 wt%), and powdered marble dust as the matrix material (2, 4, 6, and 8 wt%). The tensile, flexural, and impact characteristics of specimens reinforced with marble dust, poultry eggshell powder, glass fibre, and epoxy resins are evaluated. Chicken eggshell powder and marble dust both had mean particle sizes of 14.3 and 0.7 to 1.4 µm, respectively, when measured by a particle size analyzer. The maximum tensile strength of 212.64 and 191.46 MPa were noticed in 6 wt% of fiber/filler combinations. The tensile and impact test outcomes displayed that the modulus of elasticity and impact strength values are, increased with the addition 6 wt% of fiber and 8 wt% of fillers, the maximum modulus of elasticity and impact strength values are found in the range of 7.78 GPa, 7.16 GPa, 7.51 kJ/m2 and 7.17 kJ/m2 for poultry’s eggshell, marble dust particles correspondingly. Conversely the percentage of elongation was decreased with respect to the increased manner of both filler materials. The maximum elongation percentage of 3.67 was observed in controlled samples (94 wt% of Epoxy + 6 wt% chopped glass fiber). In terms of flexural characteristics, the maximum flexural strength and flexural modulus for 6 wt% of fibre and 8 wt% of marble dust powder and poultry's eggshell particles, respectively, were estimated to be 369.51 MPa, 261.62 MPa, 15.83 GPa, and 14.68 GPa.

Flexural strength prediction of randomly oriented chopped glass fiber composite laminate using artificial neural network

Flexural strength prediction of randomly oriented chopped glass fiber composite laminate using artificial neural network

Dynamic mechanical analysis of glass fiber reinforced epoxy filled nanoclay hybrid composites

In this work, dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) of hybrid composite material made up of glass fiber reinforced epoxy polymer filled with nanoclay particles is investigated. The effect of fiber architecture, orientation and concentration on DMA properties of hybrids is studied. Three different types of glass fiber mats were chosen, namely, unidirectional glass fiber (UD-GF), woven glass fiber (W-GF) and chopped strand mat glass fiber (CSM-GF) and they were individually reinforced in epoxy polymer matrix at three different varying concentration (25 wt%, 50 wt% and 75 wt%). The nanoclay particles were added as filler material and its concentration was varied from 1 to 5 wt% in all the hybrid series. In UD-GF reinforced hybrid, the fibers are oriented at different orientation (0° to 90°) with respect to loading condition and the DMA properties was evaluated. The structure and fiber–matrix interface morphologies were examined by Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) analysis. The effect of interface properties on DMA properties is studied by theoretical and Cole-cole methods. The result shows that the DMA properties such as storage module, glass transition temperature (Tg) and Tanδ curve (peak and width) were affected by both the concentration and morphology of glass fiber reinforcement and the nanoclay fillers. In general, nanoclay reinforcement in glass fiber reinforced epoxy composites improves the hybridization effect and positively improves the DMA properties.

The effect of printing temperature and moisture on tensile properties of 3D printed glass fiber reinforced nylon 6

The Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) process of polymer-based composites has advanced due to its ability to create intricate forms and geometries while maintaining excellent mechanical qualities. Nylon 6 reinforced by 20% glass fiber filament (PA6GF) has more mechanical strength and wear resistance than standard nylon. However, FFF-based 3D printed composites can suffer from poor bead-to-bead bonding and high void content, reducing their mechanical strength. Therefore, this study aims to investigate how the temperature development and mechanical characteristics of FFF-made PA6 reinforced with chopped glass fibers change depending on crucial process parameters. The study used the D638 ASTM tensile test specimen to determine the ultimate strength of the materials. The researchers conducted experiments using different process parameters such as liquefier temperature, print speed, and bed temperature, while varying moisture content and heat treatment profiles. They compared the mechanical characteristics of neat PA6 and PA6GF and investigated the role of these factors in bonding formation during the FFF process and the following mechanical characteristics of the printed pieces. The results showed that the correct heat treatment profiles significantly improved the strength and modulus of 3D-printed composites. The lower the moisture, the higher the tensile strength, by 17% due to diminished voids in the sample. For a given moisture content, the higher the temperature, the better the tensile strength, by 3%. The fiber reinforcements of the samples gave comparatively higher tensile strength, by 45%, which was an intuitive outcome. This study demonstrates that controlling the process parameters of the FFF process, such as liquefier temperature, print speed, and bed temperature, can significantly affect the mechanical properties of 3D-printed objects. Furthermore, moisture content and heat treatment profiles also play a crucial role in bonding formation and, consequently, the mechanical characteristics of printed pieces. The findings can help optimize the FFF process to produce composites with superior mechanical properties, such as nylon 6 reinforced by glass fiber. The study contributes to advancing the field of 3D printing by identifying the critical factors that affect the mechanical properties of printed composites.

Strength of concrete chopped Glass Fibers Tiles and effect of Glass Fiber

Abstract: In this project we use the M-20 grade concrete designed as per IS 10262. finding the effects of the flexural strength, tensile strength and also the compressive strength. The aggregates which is used in this design was 20mm in size. To study of compressive strength, flexural strength and tensile strength we cast the 6 cubes, 6 prism and 6 cylinders and tested it after the application of GFRC in the form of cement concrete tiles and in this process no special techniques was used for casting of tiles. The tiles thickness was 20mm and aggregate maximum size was 8mm. The water cement ratio was consistent and the some admixture content was varied from 8-1.5% to maintain slump in between 50mm-100mm. The mix proportion was 1:1.78:2.66. the short fibers size were 30mm and the glass fibers were alkali resistant. We carried out the effect of this short fiber on the compressive strength and also on water absorption. We cast six full size tiles 400mm*400mm*20mm and tested and result recorded.

The effect of glass fiber reinforcement on properties high strength concrete mix using local materials

The usage of high strength glass fiber reinforced concrete (HSGFRC) in the construction applications has been increasing worldwide. Especially in plain concrete due to it is less ductility and high brittle behavior. Use of fiber in plain concrete treating shrinkage cracking as well improve tensile behavior. On the other hand, glass fiber material has some advantage like alkali resistance and light weight compared to steel. Due to these advantages researchers prepared glass fiber reinforced concrete (GFRC) to improve concrete properties. GFRC is composed of fine sand, cement, water, admixtures and alkali-resistant glass fibers (AR-GF). The main objective of this research is to study the effect of addition of alkali resistant glass fiber reinforced polymer (AR-GFRP) in concrete properties. Six different mixes were prepared using different percentage of glass fiber 0.0, 0.75, 1.0, 1.25 and 1.5 by weight of cement the target compressive strength was calculated to be 55.2 MPa. Available materials in the local market were used. Results showed that it is possible to produce HSGFRC in Sudan using locally available materials if they are carefully selected. Based on the experimental results, the compressive strength, splitting tensile strength and density of HSC was found to be increase as fiber percentage increases for both ages of 7 and 28 days. The maximum 28 days compressive strength of HSC was found to be 63.81 MPa recorded in M50 F4 with 1.5 glass fiber reinforcement. The density of HSC is found to increase slightly as fiber percentage increases, density value ranged from 2.415 to 2.442 kg/m3. The maximum 28 day’s splitting tensile strength of HSC was found to be 6.45 MPa recorded in M50 F4 with 1.5 glass fiber reinforcement. It can be concluded that the use of chopped glass fiber in concrete improve the mechanical properties and ductility.