A Study On The Behavior Of Fibre Reinforced Concrete Using Steel, Glass, And Glass Textiles

Abstract

While concrete has been the constituting element in construction, it suffers from brittle and low tensile features. The only problem for protection against steel-induced corrosion remains to be tackled. This work considers the use of Alkali-Resistant (AR) Glass Textile as an addition to SFRC and GFRC processes so that structural performance and durability can be improved across the board. A M30 concrete mix was cast using steel and glass fiber percentages of 0.5, 1, and 1.5%. Compressive strength tests carried out during the wet curing period of 7, 14, and 28 days established 0.5% fiber content as the best fiber dosage. After 28 days, beam specimens containing 0.5% fiber content with AR glass textile were tested for flexural strength. The study presents a comparative account of GFRC and SFRC systems with AR glass textile to assess their efficiencies for enhancing crack resistance and mechanical properties. The performance indeed improved and pointed the way to the best composite for high-performance use.