Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance
Sonu Patel, Harsh Rathore | International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis | Vol 10, Issue 1 | pp. 38-46 | ISSN: 2456-5326
Abstract
The characteristics of materials used in construction have a significant impact on the performance of the resulting concrete. Coarse and fine aggregates are crucial components in cement concrete, influencing its strength and workability. Research has shown that the type of aggregate used, whether coarse or fine, plays a critical role in these properties. In this study, we examine the combined effect of flaky aggregates and steel slag as partial replacements for coarse aggregates on concrete performance, with marble powder replacing sand. Flaky aggregates and steel slag were incorporated at 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, and 30% of the coarse aggregate content. Two concrete mixes were prepared with sand-to marble powder ratios of 1:1 and 1:0.5. The findings indicate that increasing the proportion of flaky aggregates reduces both the strength and workability of the concrete. Conversely, adding steel slag enhances concrete strength but decreases workability. Using both materials together boosts early strength but results in lower overall strength gains and reduced workability.
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1. Adom-Asamoah M, Afrifa RO. Investigation on the flexural behaviour of reinforced concrete beams using phyllite aggregates from mining waste. Mater Des. 2011;32(10):5132–5140. doi:10.1016/j.matdes.2011.05.043. 2. Agrawal P, Gupta YP, Bal S. (2007, Oct). Effect of fineness of sand on the cost and properties of concrete [Online]. NBM&CW. Available from: https://www.nbmcw.com/producttechnology/construction-chemicals-waterproofing/concrete-admixtures/effect-of-fineness-of-sandon-the-cost-and-properties-of-concrete.html. 3. Akbulut H, Gürer C. Use of aggregates produced from marble quarry waste in asphalt pavements. Build Environ. 2007;42(5):1921–1930. doi:10.1016/j.buildenv.2006.03.012. 4. Altaf SN, Asmat KM, Seemab GM, Aalam KM, Azim KF. Suitability of waste glass powder as a partial replacement of cement in fibre reinforced concrete [project report]. New Panvel, Navi Mumbai, India: A.I.A.R. Kalsekar Polytechnic, Civil Engineering Department; 2012–2013. 5. Singh B, Biswas S. Upgrading properties of aggregates in flexible pavements with e-control. Int J Sci Eng Res. 2013;4(9):2543–2558. 6. Chen JS, Chang MK, Lin KY. Influence of coarse aggregate shape on the strength of asphalt concrete mixtures. J East Asia Soc Transp Stud. 2005;6:1062–1075. doi:10.11175/easts.6.1062. 7. Hamzah MO, Puzi MAA, Azizli KAM. Properties of geometrically cubical aggregates and its mixture design. Int J Res Rev Appl Sci. 2010;3(3):249–256. 8. Jain AK, Chouhan JS. Effect of shape of aggregate on compressive strength and permeability properties of pervious concrete. Int J Adv Eng Res Stud. 2011;1(1):120–126. 9. Jarkasi MDB. Influence of aggregate flakiness on marshall properties for asphaltic concrete (Ac14) mixture. [master’s thesis]. Malaysia: Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Faculty of Civil Engineering; 2013. 10. Kandekar SB, Mehetre AJ, Auti VA. Strength of concrete containing different types of fine aggregate. Int J Sci Eng Res. 2012;3(9):1–3. 11. Kaplan MF. The effects of the properties of coarse aggregates on the workability of concrete. Mag Concr Res. 1958;10(29):63–74. doi:10.1680/macr.1958.10.29.63.
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Patel, S., & Rathore, H. (2024). Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance. International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis, 10(1), 38-46.
MLA
Patel, Sonu, and Harsh Rathore. “Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance.” International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis, vol. 10, no. 1, 2024, pp. 38-46.
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Sonu Patel, and Harsh Rathore. “Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance.” International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis 10, no. 1 (2024): 38-46.
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Patel S, Rathore H. Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance. International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis. 2024;10(1):38-46.
BibTeX
@article{PatelS2024,
author = {Sonu Patel and Harsh Rathore},
title = {Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance},
journal = {International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis},
year = {2024},
volume = {10},
number = {1},
pages = {38--46},
issn = {2456-5326},
url = {https://journalspub.com/publication/ijsea/article=9808}
}
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Sonu Patel, Harsh Rathore | International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis | Vol 10, Issue 1 | pp. 38-46 | ISSN: 2456-5326
Abstract
The characteristics of materials used in construction have a significant impact on the performance of the resulting concrete. Coarse and fine aggregates are crucial components in cement concrete, influencing its strength and workability. Research has shown that the type of aggregate used, whether coarse or fine, plays a critical role in these properties. In this study, we examine the combined effect of flaky aggregates and steel slag as partial replacements for coarse aggregates on concrete performance, with marble powder replacing sand. Flaky aggregates and steel slag were incorporated at 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, and 30% of the coarse aggregate content. Two concrete mixes were prepared with sand-to marble powder ratios of 1:1 and 1:0.5. The findings indicate that increasing the proportion of flaky aggregates reduces both the strength and workability of the concrete. Conversely, adding steel slag enhances concrete strength but decreases workability. Using both materials together boosts early strength but results in lower overall strength gains and reduced workability.
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1. Adom-Asamoah M, Afrifa RO. Investigation on the flexural behaviour of reinforced concrete beams using phyllite aggregates from mining waste. Mater Des. 2011;32(10):5132–5140. doi:10.1016/j.matdes.2011.05.043. 2. Agrawal P, Gupta YP, Bal S. (2007, Oct). Effect of fineness of sand on the cost and properties of concrete [Online]. NBM&CW. Available from: https://www.nbmcw.com/producttechnology/construction-chemicals-waterproofing/concrete-admixtures/effect-of-fineness-of-sandon-the-cost-and-properties-of-concrete.html. 3. Akbulut H, Gürer C. Use of aggregates produced from marble quarry waste in asphalt pavements. Build Environ. 2007;42(5):1921–1930. doi:10.1016/j.buildenv.2006.03.012. 4. Altaf SN, Asmat KM, Seemab GM, Aalam KM, Azim KF. Suitability of waste glass powder as a partial replacement of cement in fibre reinforced concrete [project report]. New Panvel, Navi Mumbai, India: A.I.A.R. Kalsekar Polytechnic, Civil Engineering Department; 2012–2013. 5. Singh B, Biswas S. Upgrading properties of aggregates in flexible pavements with e-control. Int J Sci Eng Res. 2013;4(9):2543–2558. 6. Chen JS, Chang MK, Lin KY. Influence of coarse aggregate shape on the strength of asphalt concrete mixtures. J East Asia Soc Transp Stud. 2005;6:1062–1075. doi:10.11175/easts.6.1062. 7. Hamzah MO, Puzi MAA, Azizli KAM. Properties of geometrically cubical aggregates and its mixture design. Int J Res Rev Appl Sci. 2010;3(3):249–256. 8. Jain AK, Chouhan JS. Effect of shape of aggregate on compressive strength and permeability properties of pervious concrete. Int J Adv Eng Res Stud. 2011;1(1):120–126. 9. Jarkasi MDB. Influence of aggregate flakiness on marshall properties for asphaltic concrete (Ac14) mixture. [master’s thesis]. Malaysia: Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Faculty of Civil Engineering; 2013. 10. Kandekar SB, Mehetre AJ, Auti VA. Strength of concrete containing different types of fine aggregate. Int J Sci Eng Res. 2012;3(9):1–3. 11. Kaplan MF. The effects of the properties of coarse aggregates on the workability of concrete. Mag Concr Res. 1958;10(29):63–74. doi:10.1680/macr.1958.10.29.63.
How to cite this article
APA
Patel, S., & Rathore, H. (2024). Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance. International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis, 10(1), 38-46.
MLA
Patel, Sonu, and Harsh Rathore. “Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance.” International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis, vol. 10, no. 1, 2024, pp. 38-46.
Chicago
Sonu Patel, and Harsh Rathore. “Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance.” International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis 10, no. 1 (2024): 38-46.
Vancouver
Patel S, Rathore H. Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance. International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis. 2024;10(1):38-46.
BibTeX
@article{PatelS2024,
author = {Sonu Patel and Harsh Rathore},
title = {Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance},
journal = {International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis},
year = {2024},
volume = {10},
number = {1},
pages = {38--46},
issn = {2456-5326},
url = {https://journalspub.com/publication/ijsea/article=9808}
}
Sonu Patel, Harsh Rathore | International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis | Vol 10, Issue 1 | pp. 38-46 | ISSN: 2456-5326
Abstract
The characteristics of materials used in construction have a significant impact on the performance of the resulting concrete. Coarse and fine aggregates are crucial components in cement concrete, influencing its strength and workability. Research has shown that the type of aggregate used, whether coarse or fine, plays a critical role in these properties. In this study, we examine the combined effect of flaky aggregates and steel slag as partial replacements for coarse aggregates on concrete performance, with marble powder replacing sand. Flaky aggregates and steel slag were incorporated at 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, and 30% of the coarse aggregate content. Two concrete mixes were prepared with sand-to marble powder ratios of 1:1 and 1:0.5. The findings indicate that increasing the proportion of flaky aggregates reduces both the strength and workability of the concrete. Conversely, adding steel slag enhances concrete strength but decreases workability. Using both materials together boosts early strength but results in lower overall strength gains and reduced workability.
🔒 This is a subscription article
Full text is available to subscribers and institutional members. Please choose an option below to access it.
1. Adom-Asamoah M, Afrifa RO. Investigation on the flexural behaviour of reinforced concrete beams using phyllite aggregates from mining waste. Mater Des. 2011;32(10):5132–5140. doi:10.1016/j.matdes.2011.05.043. 2. Agrawal P, Gupta YP, Bal S. (2007, Oct). Effect of fineness of sand on the cost and properties of concrete [Online]. NBM&CW. Available from: https://www.nbmcw.com/producttechnology/construction-chemicals-waterproofing/concrete-admixtures/effect-of-fineness-of-sandon-the-cost-and-properties-of-concrete.html. 3. Akbulut H, Gürer C. Use of aggregates produced from marble quarry waste in asphalt pavements. Build Environ. 2007;42(5):1921–1930. doi:10.1016/j.buildenv.2006.03.012. 4. Altaf SN, Asmat KM, Seemab GM, Aalam KM, Azim KF. Suitability of waste glass powder as a partial replacement of cement in fibre reinforced concrete [project report]. New Panvel, Navi Mumbai, India: A.I.A.R. Kalsekar Polytechnic, Civil Engineering Department; 2012–2013. 5. Singh B, Biswas S. Upgrading properties of aggregates in flexible pavements with e-control. Int J Sci Eng Res. 2013;4(9):2543–2558. 6. Chen JS, Chang MK, Lin KY. Influence of coarse aggregate shape on the strength of asphalt concrete mixtures. J East Asia Soc Transp Stud. 2005;6:1062–1075. doi:10.11175/easts.6.1062. 7. Hamzah MO, Puzi MAA, Azizli KAM. Properties of geometrically cubical aggregates and its mixture design. Int J Res Rev Appl Sci. 2010;3(3):249–256. 8. Jain AK, Chouhan JS. Effect of shape of aggregate on compressive strength and permeability properties of pervious concrete. Int J Adv Eng Res Stud. 2011;1(1):120–126. 9. Jarkasi MDB. Influence of aggregate flakiness on marshall properties for asphaltic concrete (Ac14) mixture. [master’s thesis]. Malaysia: Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Faculty of Civil Engineering; 2013. 10. Kandekar SB, Mehetre AJ, Auti VA. Strength of concrete containing different types of fine aggregate. Int J Sci Eng Res. 2012;3(9):1–3. 11. Kaplan MF. The effects of the properties of coarse aggregates on the workability of concrete. Mag Concr Res. 1958;10(29):63–74. doi:10.1680/macr.1958.10.29.63.
How to cite this article
APA
Patel, S., & Rathore, H. (2024). Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance. International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis, 10(1), 38-46.
MLA
Patel, Sonu, and Harsh Rathore. “Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance.” International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis, vol. 10, no. 1, 2024, pp. 38-46.
Chicago
Sonu Patel, and Harsh Rathore. “Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance.” International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis 10, no. 1 (2024): 38-46.
Vancouver
Patel S, Rathore H. Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance. International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis. 2024;10(1):38-46.
BibTeX
@article{PatelS2024,
author = {Sonu Patel and Harsh Rathore},
title = {Optimizing Concrete Composition: Evaluating the Effects of Flaky Aggregates, Steel Slag, and Marble Powder on Performance},
journal = {International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis},
year = {2024},
volume = {10},
number = {1},
pages = {38--46},
issn = {2456-5326},
url = {https://journalspub.com/publication/ijsea/article=9808}
}
