Kashyap, V S; Sancheti, G and Yadav, J S (2023) Mechanical and microstructural behavior of concrete containing marble and nano silica. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 21(5), pp. 1588-1603. ISSN 1726-0531
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to perform comprehensive investigation to assess the mechanical properties of nano-modified ternary cement concrete blend. Nano silica (NS) (1%, 2% and 3%) and waste marble dust powder (MD) (5%, 10% and 15%) was incorporated as a fractional substitution of cement in the concrete matrix. Design/methodology/approach: In this experimental study, 10 cementitious blends were prepared and tested for compressive strength, flexural strength, splitting tensile strength and static modulus of elasticity. The microstructural characteristics of these blends were also explored using a scanning electron microscope along with energy dispersive spectroscopy and X-ray reflection. Findings: The results indicate an enhancement in mechanical properties and refinement in pore structure due to improved pozzolanic activities of NS and the filling effect of MD. Originality/value: To the best of the authors' knowledge, no study has reported the mechanical and microstructural behavior of concrete containing marble and NS.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | cement concrete; marble powder; mechanical property; nano silica; SEM; xrr |
| Index terms: | tensile strength, methodology, mechanical property, experiment, compressive strength, modulus of elasticity, reflection, investigation, scanning electron microscope, marble, flexural strength |
| Subjects: | analytical methods, building materials, data collection methods, professional development, material properties and characteristics, research methods, material analysis and testing, structural engineering |
| Topics: | Construction Materials, Information Management, Engineering Principles, Research Practice |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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