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By: Ashutosh Dehariya and Harsh Rathore.
Research Scholar, Department of Civil Engineering, Sanjeev Agarwal Global Educational University, Bhopal. M.P. India
Associate Professor ,Department of Civil Engineering, Sanjeev Agarwal Global Educational University, Bhopal. M.P. India
Abstract
Pervious concrete is gaining prominence as a sustainable pavement material due to its enhanced
permeability, reduced runoff, and environmental benefits. This study evaluates the physical and
durability properties of pervious concrete incorporating different binders, including Ordinary
Portland Cement (OPC), Fly Ash-based Geopolymer (GP), Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC),
and Fly Ash-Lime-Gypsum (FaL-G). The key parameters assessed include permeability,
porosity, dry density, salt resistance, sulfate resistance, acid resistance, water absorption, and
thermal expansion. Permeability results indicate that FaL-G mixes exhibit the highest
permeability (2.70 cm/sec for Fg12.5), whereas GP mixes demonstrate lower permeability,
signifying a denser microstructure. Porosity analysis reveals that GP mixes have the lowest
porosity (GP6.3 at 11.67%), whereas FaL-G mixes show the highest porosity (Fg12.5 at
20.97%). Dry density results confirm that GP mixes achieve the highest density (GP6.3 at 2468
kg/m³), while FaL-G mixes exhibit the lowest density (Fg12.5 at 1927 kg/m³), highlighting the
influence of binder type on material compactness. Durability tests indicate that GP mixes
perform best under aggressive environmental conditions, demonstrating superior salt, sulfate,
and acid resistance, with the highest weight retention of 94.00% (salt resistance) and 93.71%
(acid resistance). Water absorption tests show that GP mixes absorb less water, enhancing
strength and longevity, whereas FaL-G mixes have higher absorption, increasing susceptibility to
deterioration. Thermal expansion results indicate that FaL-G mixes undergo the highest expansion (Fg12.5 at 0.43 mm), whereas GP mixes exhibit the lowest expansion, ensuring better dimensional stability. Overall, the study confirms that geopolymer-based pervious concrete offers superior durability and reduced environmental impact, making it an ideal sustainable alternative for pavement applications.
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