Open Access
Manjeet,
Deepak Kumar,
- Research Scholar, Department of Civil Engineering, University Institute of Engineering Technology, Maharishi Dayanand University,, Haryana, India
- Assistant professor, Department of Civil Engineering, University Institute of Engineering Technology, Maharishi Dayanand University, Haryana, India
Abstract
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Conventional bituminous pavements are extensively utilized across India, yet they face challenges such as limited impact resistance, low tensile strength, and brittleness compared to concrete alternatives. Despite concrete’s superior strength and durability, it exhibits deficiencies in ductility, fatigue resistance, and ability to withstand substantial deformations. This research delves into the feasibility of fiber-reinforced concrete as a composite material for pavements, with a primary goal of extending the service life of concrete infrastructure. FRC integrates fibers into the concrete matrix to bolster its tensile strength, crack resistance, and overall performance under varying loads. The study examines the performance of FRC pavements, highlighting critical obstacles and the behavior of this composite material across different loading conditions. Experimental results evaluate the viability of employing FRC in a novel pavement restoration method. Furthermore, the research investigates the relationship between the ability of concrete specimens to retain frozen solutions within their pores and the resultant damage levels. The importance of extended durability testing under real-world conditions is underscored as pivotal for enhancing infrastructure robustness and achieving reliable service life predictions. By addressing the limitations of conventional materials through innovative use of FRC, this study aims to contribute valuable insights towards sustainable and resilient pavement solutions in India’s infrastructure landscape.
Keywords: Composite Material, Fiber Reinforced, Concrete, Infrastructure, Pavement.
[This article belongs to Special Issue under section in Journal of Polymer and Composites (jopc)]
Manjeet, Deepak Kumar. Fiber Reinforced Concrete (FRC) as Composite Material in Pavement. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2024; 12(04):137-143.
Manjeet, Deepak Kumar. Fiber Reinforced Concrete (FRC) as Composite Material in Pavement. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2024; 12(04):137-143. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jopc/article=2024/view=171343
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Journal of Polymer and Composites
| Volume | 12 |
| Special Issue | 04 |
| Received | June 22, 2024 |
| Accepted | July 9, 2024 |
| Published | July 18, 2024 |