Balakrishnan.P, J.Jegan
Department of Structural Engineering Regional Centre of Anna University Madurai, India
Department of Civil Engineering University College of Engineering Ramanathapuram, India
Department of Structural Engineering Regional Centre of Anna University Madurai, India
Department of Civil Engineering University College of Engineering Ramanathapuram, India
This paper presents results
of an experimental study on high performance concrete with brucite as a mineral
additive. In this work the cement is replaced by brucite powder with 5%, 10%,
15%, 20% and 25% of its weight in M60 grade concrete. All the proportions of
concrete are prepared and the optimum replacement of brucite is identified by
various tests results with a comparison of conventional concrete. The fresh and
hardened concrete properties are evaluated and the micro structural behavior of
concrete is analyzed by scanning electron microscope. It is found that the
incorporation of brucite powder up to 15% can enhance the performance of
concrete. The content of hydrate product of high performance concrete also
increased with the increase of brucite.
