Durability Of Concrete Research Articles

Effect of Pyrophyllite Grain Size on the Mechanical Durability and Radiation-Shielding Properties of Concrete

Effect of Pyrophyllite Grain Size on the Mechanical Durability and Radiation-Shielding Properties of Concrete

Enhanced Pozzolanic Activity of Crushed Brick Powder with Hydrated Lime: Concrete Durability Study

Enhanced Pozzolanic Activity of Crushed Brick Powder with Hydrated Lime: Concrete Durability Study

Study on the Effect of Basalt Fiber Content and Length on Mechanical Properties and Durability of Coal Gangue Concrete

The massive accumulation of coal gangue not only causes a waste of resources but also brings serious environmental pollution problems. To promote the utilization of coal gangue resources, mitigate environmental pollution from coal gangue, and address the shortage of natural aggregates, this study investigates the use of coal gangue to replace coarse aggregate at a 40% replacement rate to prepare coal gangue concrete (CGC). The current research on the modification of gangue concrete by BF has been less often compared with the research on the effect of basalt fiber (BF) on the properties of ordinary concrete, so in this study, BF with different admixtures and lengths were added into CGC. Additionally, basalt fibers (BFs) of varying amounts and lengths were incorporated into CGC. The study explored the effects of BF on the tensile strength, splitting tensile strength, and flexural strength of CGC. It was found that the mechanical properties of CGC improved significantly when the BF dosage was 0.10–0.15% and the length was 18 mm. This is evidenced by an increase in the compressive strength of 3.94–5.11%, split tensile strength of 11.20–16.18%, and flexural strength of 8.23–12.97%. BF was able to refine pore space, prevent crack development, and bridge cracks in CGC. To further investigate the effect of BF on the long-term service performance of CGC, the effects of BF on the appearance, quality, and compressive strength of CGC in sulfate and freeze–thaw environments were examined. The results indicated that a BF dosage of 0.10–0.15% significantly enhanced the sulfate erosion resistance and freeze–thaw resistance of CGC. This is shown by a 36.76–46.90% reduction in the rate of loss of compressive strength of CGC under the freeze–thaw cycling and a 6.21–8.50% increase in the corrosion resistance factor of CGC under a sulfate attack. BF improved the pore structure and reduced seepage channels, thereby enhancing the durability of CGC.

A New Performance-Based Test for Assessing Chloride-Induced Reinforcement Corrosion Resistance of Geopolymer Mortars

The widespread adoption of geopolymer concretes in the industry has been slow, mainly due to concerns over their long-term performance and durability. One of the main causes of concrete structures’ deterioration is chloride-induced corrosion of the reinforcement. The reinforcement corrosion process in concrete is composed of two main stages: the initiation phase, which is the amount of time required for chloride ions to reach the reinforcement, and the propagation phase, which is the active phase of corrosion. The inherent complexities associated with the properties of precursors and type of activators, and with the multi-physics processes, in which different transfer mechanisms (moisture, chloride, oxygen, and charge transfer) are involved and interact with each other, have been a major obstacle to predicting the durability of reinforced alkali-activated concretes in chloride environments. Alternatively, the durability of alkali-activated concretes can be assessed through testing. However, the performance-based tests that are currently available, such as the rapid chloride permeability test, the migration test or the bulk diffusion test, are only focusing on the initiation phase of the corrosion process. As a result, existing testing protocols do not capture every aspect of the material performance, which could potentially lead to misleading conclusions, particularly when involving an electrical potential to reduce the testing time. In this paper, a new performance-based test is proposed for assessing the performance of alkali-activated concretes in chloride environments, accounting for both the initiation and propagation phases of the corrosion process. The test is designed to be simple and to be completed within a reasonable time without involving any electrical potential.

Durability Evaluation of GGBS-RHA-Based Geopolymer Concrete Along with Lightweight Expanded Clay Aggregate Using SEM Images and EDAX Analysis

The durability of geopolymer concrete containing Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) and Rice Husk Ash (RHA), along with Lightweight Expanded Clay Aggregate (LECA), was investigated. Six different LWGPC mixtures were made with NaOH molarities of 8, 10, and 12M. For each molarity, two combinations of source materials were selected: 100% GGBS (G) and 80% GGBS with 20% RHA (RG). In all the mixtures, coarse aggregate was substituted with 35% LECA. LWGPC mixtures were exposed to 3% HCl, 5% MgSO4, and 3.5% NaCl for studying the durability properties. The test results demonstrate that 100% GGBS with 12M NaOH (12G) outperformed all other mixtures. The residual compressive strength of 12G mix LWGPC specimens after six months of exposure was found to be 86.4% in an acid environment, 90.6% in a sulfate environment, and 91.4% in a salt environment. The elemental composition analyzed using EDAX reveals that silica, alumina, calcium, and sodium are the predominant elements that form a dense microstructure with N-A-S-H, C-A-S-H, and C-S-H. Further, the inner properties of the specimens exposed to chemicals were examined using MATLAB R2023b and ImageJ 1.54f based on SEM images. The SEM image showed that the porosity of LWGPC specimens ranged from 0.5194 to 0.6748 µm, signifying an enhanced durability performance. The experimental results and microstructural analysis show that the LWGPC incorporating RHA and GGBS with LECA offers a superior performance, making it a promising solution for sustainable and durable construction.

The screening effect of coarse aggregate on the air void structure and durability of air-entrained concrete

The control of air void structures introduced by air-entraining agents (AEAs) has long been a crucial problem. However, the mechanism through which the air void structure is refined by the extrusion of the slurry and the cutting of the aggregate remains insufficiently studied. This study aims to investigate the screening effect of coarse aggregate on the air void structure. The gradations of coarse aggregates were controlled by the fractal dimension (D). For casting air-entrained concrete, multiple continuously graded aggregates with D of 2.1, 2.3, 2.5 and 2.7 as well as two single graded aggregates with D=1.8 and 3.0 were used. Various parameters such as air content, air void structure, freeze-thaw durability, chloride ion permeability and water absorption were measured. Various air void structure parameters were compared to macroscopic properties. To evaluate the screening effect of coarse aggregate, the bubble rising and splitting behavior when passing through a single simulated aggregate (SA) and SA layer were observed. The findings indicate that finer and continuously graded coarse aggregates lead to higher air content and promoted air bubble trapped rate, which suggests a stronger screening effect. This results in a smaller bubble spacing coefficient and stronger frost resistance.

An Improved Fick Model for Predicting Carbonation Depth of Concrete

Concrete carbonation can weaken its strength, cause the corrosion of steel reinforcement, and shorten its service life. Predicting the concrete carbonation depth is a critical aspect of assessing concrete durability. Currently, mathematical models for the concrete carbonation depth, exemplified by the Fick model, suffer from a low fitting accuracy and limited applicability due to the complexity and variability of concrete materials and service environments. In light of this, this work proposes an improved Fick model that incorporates a correction term to effectively enhance the curve fitting accuracy. The correction term in the improved model provides a reasonable adjustment for deviations in the development pattern of the concrete carbonation depth from the Fick model under different conditions, thereby broadening the applicability of the new model compared to the Fick model. Several sets of experimental data on the concrete carbonation depth are used to validate the universality and superiority of the new model. The results of the case studies indicate that the average prediction error and standard deviation of the new model are significantly smaller than those of the Fick model. For the first two examples, in most situations, the average prediction error and standard deviation of the new model are less than 50% of those of the Fick model, with the lowest average prediction error being only 4% and the lowest standard deviation being only 2% of the Fick model’s respective values. For the third example, the new model demonstrates superior predictive capability for the later-stage concrete carbonation depth compared to the Fick model and the ANN model. Specifically, for the carbonation depth of the concrete on the 56th day, the relative error between the predicted value of the new model and the measured value is only 2%, which is much smaller than the 27% of the Fick model and the 12% of the ANN model. These results demonstrate the unique advantage of the proposed model in predicting the carbonation depth, especially when only a limited amount of experimental data are available.

Research on freeze resistance and life prediction of Desert sand–Crushed stone fine aggregate concrete

Despite the global abundance of Desert sand (DS), its application in engineering remains limited. This application can help alleviate challenges related to high unit costs and the scarcity of natural fine aggregate supplies. Freeze resistance experiments were conducted on C30 concrete incorporating varying proportions of DS, including 0 %, 25 %, 50 %, 75 %, and 100 %. DS was mixed with Tuff crushed stone fine aggregate (Manufactured sand, referred to as MS). The freeze durability of the composite fine aggregate concrete was comprehensively evaluated from three perspectives: surface morphology, a macroscopic analysis including mass loss and relative dynamic elastic modulus (RDEM), and microscopic examinations encompassing pore structure observation and scanning electron microscope (SEM) imaging. Utilizing the damage degree index of the dynamic elastic modulus and the Weibull distribution model, the life prediction process was conducted to elucidate the time-varying behavior of DS-MS concrete. According to the test findings, the concrete specimen DS25-MS75 demonstrates the highest freeze resistance. The mass loss rate shows a pattern of initial decrease followed by an increase with higher desert sand admixture, whereas the RDEM initially increases and then decreases. Optimal desert sand admixture levels can prevent and delay concrete degradation, thereby enhancing its freeze resistance. Excessive desert sand content leads to increased water demand during the curing process, resulting in elevated porosity and facilitating the formation of voids. Under the action of freezing and thawing cycles in water, DS25 %-MS75 % concrete has the longest expected service life with an actual life of 101 years, while DS100 %-MS0 % concrete has the shortest service life with an actual life of only 54.5 years.

Assessment of Various Mitigation Strategies of Alkali-Silica Reactions in Concrete Using Accelerated Mortar Test.

The widespread use of reinforced concrete continues to face challenges, particularly in mitigating alkali-silica reaction (ASR), due to its detrimental effects on concrete strength and durability. This paper investigates the effectiveness of using binary supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) in mitigating ASR by incorporating metakaolin (MK) and waste glass powder (GP) as partial replacements for cement. Additionally, the potential of a new cement product, "NewCem Plus" (NCM), along with the use of basalt fibers and lithium, was evaluated through a 14-day accelerated mortar bar test following the ASTM C1260. This study also assessed concrete's properties such as its compressive strength and workability using the flow test. The results indicated that MK was effective, reducing expansion by 79%, 84%, and 88% with 10%, 20%, and 30% cement replacement, respectively, compared to the control mixture. On the other hand, GP showed a more modest reduction in expansion, with 10%, 20%, and 30% replacement levels reducing expansion by 20%, 43%, and 75%, respectively. Furthermore, the addition of lithium to MK significantly mitigated ASR, reducing expansion below the ASTM threshold. However, mixtures containing NewCem Plus, lithium, and basalt fibers showed minimal impact on ASR reduction. These findings underscore the viability of using binary or ternary blends of SCMs to mitigate ASR in concrete, encouraging their adoption in future concrete applications.

Investigating the early age crack resistance of concrete treated with silane-modified zeolite powder

This study investigates the efficacy of silane-modified zeolite powder in enhancing the early age crack resistance of concrete. Three concrete mixes were evaluated: a reference mix, a 20 % zeolite replacement mix, and a silane-modified zeolite mix. The silane-zeolite mix demonstrated significant improvements, extending the time to crack by 70 % compared to the reference mix (from 11.2 to 19.1 hours). Mechanical strength tests revealed a 58 % increase in first-crack strength for the silane-zeolite mix over the reference mix. Water absorption tests showed that the silane-zeolite mix absorbed 42 % less water than the reference mix, indicating a denser microstructure. Microscopic analyses confirmed these findings, revealing a more refined pore structure with reduced microcrack frequency and width in the silane-zeolite mix. These results highlight the potential of silane-modified zeolite in improving concrete durability and longevity.

Efficacy of sustainable cementitious materials on concrete porosity for enhancing the durability of building materials

Abstract The degradation of concrete structures is significantly influenced by water penetration since water serves as the primary vehicle for the movement of harmful compounds. The process of capillary water absorption is widely recognized as a crucial indicator of durability for unsaturated concrete, as it allows dangerous substances to enter the composite material. The water absorption capacity of concrete is intricately linked to its pore structure, as concrete is inherently porous. The main goal of this work is to create an innovative predictive tool that assesses the porosity of concrete by analyzing its components using a machine-learning (ML) framework. Seven distinct batch design variables were included in the generated database: fly ash, superplasticizer, water-to-binder ratio, curing time, ground granulated blast furnace slag, binder, and coarse-to-fine aggregate ratio. Four distant ML algorithms, including AdaBoost, linear regression (LR), decision tree (DT), and support vector machine (SVM), are utilized to infer the generalization capabilities of ML algorithms to estimate concrete porosity accurately. The RReliefF algorithm was implemented to calculate the significant features influencing porosity. This study concludes that in comparison to the alternative techniques, the AdaBoost method demonstrated superior performance with an R 2 score of 0.914, followed by SVM (0.870), DT (0.838), and LR (0.763). The results of the evaluation of RReliefF indicated that the binder possesses a remarkable influence on the porosity of concrete.

Long-term corrosion protection of reinforcing bars via a self-responsive coating incorporating ZrP functional fillers

The conventional coating of reinforcing bars exhibits inadequate anti-corrosion efficacy stemming from a non-specific, blind protection mechanism, poses a threat to the durability of concrete. We devised a novel self-responsive functional filler, L-arginine (LA) intercalated zirconium phosphate (LCZrP), synthesized via an intercalation reaction. This innovative filler was seamlessly integrated into an epoxy (EP) resin matrix, yielding a smart anticorrosive coating that harmoniously combines active and passive corrosion protection strategies. The integration of LCZrP within the coating matrix serves a trifecta of purposes: it extends the corrosion propagation path, effectively disperses nanofiller agglomeration, and enhances interfacial adhesion with the epoxy coating. Critically, the controlled release of corrosion inhibitors from the interlayer further fortifies the coating's resistance to corrosion, imparting a multi-layered protective shield. After enduring a 60-day immersion in a simulated concrete pore solution, the LCZrP/EP coating demonstrated exceptional durability, maintaining a low-frequency impedance modulus value consistently within the range of 4.27×1010 to 5.12×1010 Ω·cm2, marking a remarkable 34-fold enhancement over the performance of the epoxy coating alone. This breakthrough underscores the LCZrP/EP coating's potential as a groundbreaking solution for reinforcing bar protection in concrete, harnessing the complementary strengths of epoxy resin's physical barrier, the impermeability of two-dimensional lamellar structures, and the proactive release of corrosion inhibitors to forge a robust, multi-faceted passivation layer.

A Review on Research Progress of Corrosion Resistance of Alkali-Activated Slag Cement Concrete.

China is the largest producer and user of Ordinary Silicate Cement (OPC), and rapid infrastructure development requires more sustainable building materials for concrete structures. Portland cement emits large amounts of CO2 in production. Given proposals for "carbon peaking and carbon neutralization", it is extremely important to study alternative low-carbon cementitious materials to reduce emissions. Alkali-activated slag (AAS) cement, a new green cementitious material, has high application potential. The chemical corrosion resistance of AAS concrete is important for ensuring durability and prolonging service life. This paper reviews the hydration mechanism of AAS concrete and discusses the composition of hydration products on this basis, examines the corrosion mechanism of AAS concrete in acid, sulfate, and seawater environments, and reviews the impact of its performance due to the corrosion of AAS concrete in different solutions. Further in-depth understanding of its impact on the performance of concrete can provide an important theoretical basis for its use in different environments and provides an important theoretical basis for the application of AAS concrete, so that we can have a certain understanding of the durability of AAS concrete.

Investigating the Sway of Marine Brown Seaweed Gel as Natural Polymer in Properties of Concrete

In the present study, the effects of the fresh properties as slump, consistency and setting time and hardened concrete's characteristics such as compressive, split tensile and flexural strength for various ages, the brown seaweed (Sargassum wightii) gel was added to cement throughout differing proportions (1, 2, 3, 4 and 5%) by the mass of concrete. Durability and thermal tests such as water absorption, sorptivity, RCPT, acid attack and thermal conductivity also determined at various ages. Micro structural properties of seaweed gel were found out by SEM, FTIR and XRD analysis. Test results show that seaweed gel act as retarding admixture in cement up to 5% of addition. For instance, 5% alginate collections as a percentage of concrete mass showed a comparable compressive strength of about 42MPa. The use of seaweed gel improved the thermal characteristics of concrete by reducing its thermal conductivity roughly 50% for a 5% addition. The seaweed gels up to 5% addition in concrete will significantly improve the fresh-state properties of concrete without affecting its hardened properties. The future is completely dependent on eco-friendly materials; hence the use of natural organic additives to improve the strength and durability of cement concrete would be the better option for sustainability.

Innovative and environmentally friendly MICP surface curing: Enhancing mechanical and durability properties of concrete

Concrete curing is a critical factor influencing its mechanical properties and durability. Traditional curing methods, such as water curing and plastic film curing, have significant limitations, including high water consumption and environmental pollution. This study introduces Microbial Induced Carbonate Precipitation (MICP) as an innovative, environmentally friendly curing method for ready-mixed concrete, addressing the urgent need for sustainable construction practices. The feasibility of MICP surface curing is investigated through comprehensive mechanical and durability tests, coupled with microscopic analyses to understand the underlying mechanisms. The results demonstrate that MICP curing substantially enhances concrete performance. Compared to traditional water curing, the samples cured using MICP have increased compressive strength and splitting tensile strength by up to 31.69% and 24.66%, respectively. Additionally, MICP surface curing significantly reduced capillary water absorption, electric flux, and chloride ion migration coefficient by 12.83%, 15.50%, and 17.36%, respectively. It is found that the optimal concentration of Ca2+ in the MICP solution initially improves concrete performance, which then diminishes at higher concentrations due to bacterial activity inhibition. Spraying the MICP solution at appropriate intervals and increasing the number of treatments further improved concrete properties by ensuring a more extensive and dense deposition of CaCO3. Microscopic analyses, including XRD, TG, and SEM-EDS, revealed that MICP surface curing leads to the formation of vaterite and calcite, which densely cover and fill microscopic cracks and pores, ensuring adequate hydration and simultaneously enhancing the concrete's mechanical and durability properties. This study concludes that MICP surface curing provides superior performance than traditional methods and offers a more sustainable and environmentally friendly curing method.

Effect of steam curing on strength, durability and microstructure of concretes with and without mineral admixtures

This research explores the effect of steam curing on the strength, durability and microstructure of concretes with and without mineral admixtures of fly ash (FA) and ground granulated blast-furnace slag powder (SL). Two types of C55 strength grade concretes (one was pure cement concrete, the other was a concrete made by replacing part of the cement with 12% FA and 18% SL) were prepared and their compressive strength, chloride diffusion coefficient and carbonation depth under standard and steam-curing conditions were measured and compared. The phase composition and microstructure of the concretes under the two curing conditions were tested by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy and mercury intrusion porosimetry. The results showed that, on the one hand, compared with standard curing, steam curing is beneficial to the early strength, but not conducive to the later strength development and chloride permeability resistance of both types of concretes. Furthermore, for the steam-cured concrete, the 28 days carbonation depth of the forming surface is higher than that of the bottom surface. In addition, steam curing can reduce the carbonisation resistance of pure cement concrete and improve the carbonisation resistance of concrete mixed with FA and SL. On the other hand, composite mineral admixtures of FA and SL reduce the early strength and the carbonisation resistance of concrete cured by standard curing, but improve the later strength, the carbonisation resistance and chloride permeability resistance of concrete cured by steam curing. FA and SL are thermally activated under steam curing and can react with the calcium hydroxide formed by cement hydration in the early stage, which produces a larger amount of secondary hydration products to improve the pore structure and interfacial microstructure of the concrete with FA and SL. In this way, the adverse effects of steam curing on later strength and durability of concrete are significantly restrained by composite mineral admixtures of FA and SL.

Performance Evaluation of Pebble Concrete for Pavement: A Study on the Sucre Highway Project

Bolivia has abundant pebbles, while the supply of crushed stone is limited and unstable. Thus, the resource utilization of local pebble as a coarse aggregate and the guarantee of concrete durability are the key scientific issues in the Sucre Highway Project. In this paper, a comparative analysis was conducted of the performance of crushed stone concrete and pebble concrete. Additionally, the impact of fly ash on the water permeability resistance of concrete was investigated. The results indicate that the apparent density, bulk density, and void ratio of pebbles are lower than those of crushed stone, and the aggregate gradation of pebbles is dispersed. The type of aggregate is the primary factor influencing the splitting tensile strength of concrete, with the main failure modes of pebble concrete being slurry cracking, aggregate crushing, and interface debonding. While aggregate and fly ash have a minor effect on compressive strength, they significantly impact flexural tensile strength; however, all concretes meet the requirements for extra-heavy, very heavy, and heavy traffic load levels. In terms of impermeability, fly ash effectively mitigates the negative impact of aggregate type on the impermeability of concrete. These findings support the application of pebble concrete in the highway project.

Strength, durability, and heat development characteristics of high-performance concrete containing ground coal bottom ash with low and high calcium

Currently, the availability of fly ash has reduced continuously due to the shutdowns of coal-fired power generating plant as climate change concerns have increased. Therefore, the aim of this paper is to find an alternative pozzolan by examining the employment of low- and high-calcium oxide (CaO) ground bottom ash which has been abandoned rather using in concrete production. The bottom ashes were blended with fly ash as a partial substitution of cement (OPC) by observing their generic effects on the compressive strength, cumulative heat generation, chloride ion penetration, and water sorptivity of high-performance concrete. The samples of bottom ash were prepared by oven drying, particle size cutting, and grinding to enhance the reactivity and consistency. High-performance concretes were made at a water-to-binder (W/B) ratio of 0.27 and partial replacement of OPC up to 50 % by weight of the binder. The results indicated that the concretes with 28-day compressive strengths of 101.0 and 109.0 MPa (21.6 % and 28.2 % stronger than OPC concrete) were produced with 50 wt% OPC replacement with high- and low-calcium ground coal bottom ashes (HCBA and LCBA), respectively. These findings suggest that HCBA and LCBA have high pozzolanic reactivity and high possibility for utilization as pozzolan or supplementary cementitious materials in concrete. In addition, the binary blended binders (OPC-HCBA and OPC-LCBA) and ternary blended binders (OPC-HCBA-FA and OPC-LCBA-FA) produced had better chloride ion penetration resistance, less cumulative heat evolution, and lower water sorptivity than 100 % OPC as a cementitious material. Partial OPC replacement by HCBA and LCBA improved the chloride ion penetrability class of OPC concrete from “very low” to “negligible.” The cumulative heat generation due to the pozzolanic reaction of HCBA and LCBA from the partial replacement of OPC up to 50 % reduced 30–44 % relative to the OPC-based mixture throughout during 72 hours after mixing. The CaO content strongly influenced early compressive strength development and cumulative heat evolution but had less impact on chloride ion penetration resistance and water sorptivity.

Impact of typical environments in China's western mountainous areas on the durability of railway concrete: a review

PurposeThis study aims to analyze the impact mechanism of typical environments in China's western mountainous areas on the durability of railway concrete and propose measures to improve durability.Design/methodology/approachWith the continuous promotion of infrastructure construction, the focus of China's railway construction has gradually shifted to the western region. The four typical environments of large temperature differences, strong winds and dryness, high cold and low air pressure unique to the western mountainous areas of China have adverse effects on the durability of typical railway structure concrete (bridges, ballastless tracks and tunnels). This study identified the characteristics of four typical environments in the western mountainous areas of China through on-site research. The impact mechanism of the four typical environments on the durability of concrete in different structural parts of railways has been explored through theoretical analysis and experimental research; Finally, a strategy for improving the durability of railway concrete suitable for the western mountainous areas of China was proposed.FindingsThe daily temperature difference in the western mountainous areas of China is more than twice that of the plain region, which will lead to significant temperature deformation and stress in the multi-layered structure of railway ballastless tracks. It will result in cracking. The wind speed in the western plateau region is about 2.5 to 3 times that of the plain region, and the average annual rainfall is only 1/5 of that in the plain region. The drying effect on the surface of casting concrete will significantly accelerate its cracking process, leading to serious durability problems. The environmental temperature in the western mountainous areas of China is generally low, and there are more freeze-thaw cycles, which will increase the risk of freeze-thaw damage to railway concrete. The environmental air pressure in the western plateau region is only 60% of that in the plain region. The moisture inside the concrete is more likely to diffuse into the surrounding environment under the pressure difference, resulting in greater water loss and shrinkage deformation of the concrete in the plateau region. The above four issues will collectively lead to the rapid deterioration of concrete durability in the western plateau region. The corresponding durability improvement suggestions from theoretical research, new technology development and standard system was proposed in this paper.Originality/valueThe research can provide the mechanism of durability degradation of railway concrete in the western mountainous areas of China and corresponding improvement strategies.

Experimental investigations on strength and microstructural characteristics of air-cell impregnated light weight concrete

Concrete structures have high massive building materials than steel structures and possess very low thermal conductivity and high specific heat capacity. However, an efficient approach to reducing high production cost and structural weight of concrete elements without impacting their strength evolve as a growing necessity that leads to innovation in the Light weight concrete (LWC) fields such as aerated concrete and foamed concrete. Those large bubbles seem highly likely to get a break, move upwards through buoyancy and may get lost, while concrete has been mixed, transported, placed and vibrated. Hence to prevent increased bubble spacing, and air loss and to increase concrete durability, a sort of micron-sized air-cells could be generated in aerosol form, by passing out compressed air to dense form generating surfactants. Therefore to circumvent certain drawbacks of conventional LWC, the study delineated to bring out an innovative air-cell impregnated concrete (AIC) material, with homogenous mixing of cement, sand, water and uniformly distributed micron-sized air-cells wherein course-aggregates were replaced with air-cells. This uniform air-cell distribution creates durable concrete with unique feature characteristics since the micron-sized air-cells will be stable and does not collapse. The suitable surfactant towards contributing the strength and durability of proposed AIC structure are assessed, based on results.