International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET)
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Volume: 10 Issue: 06 | Jun 2023
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EXPERIMENTAL STUDIES ON FOAM AND SILICA FUMEBASED CELLULAR LIGHT WEIGHT CONCRETE APOORV AGARWAL1, ABHISHEK PATHAK2, SHIVAM SINGH3 1APOORV AGARWAL, B.TECH. STUDENT, SRMCEM LUCKNOW
2ABHISHEK PATHAK, B.TECH. STUDENT, SRMCEM LUCKNOW 3SHIVAM SINGH, B.TECH. STUDENT, SRMCEM LUCKNOW
---------------------------------------------------------------------***-------------------------------------------------------------------------Abstract This research paper examines the use of foam and silica fume in the production of lightweight concrete. Foam-based lightweight concrete is created by introducing air or gas bubbles into a cement mixture, while silica fume-based lightweight concrete is made by mixing silica fume with cement, sand, water, and other additives. Both types of lightweight concrete have advantages and disadvantages, depending on the specific application and desired properties. Foam-based lightweight concrete has good insulation properties and is easy to produce, but is not as strong as silica fume-based lightweight concrete. Silica fume- based lightweight concrete is stronger and more durable, but may require specialized equipment and is more difficult to produce. This paper reviews the current research on the properties and applications of foam and silica fumebased lightweight concrete, and provides insight into the potential uses and limitations of each type of lightweight concrete.
Keywords: Foam-based lightweight concrete, Silica fume-based lightweight concrete, lightweight concrete production, Concrete strength Concrete durability, Foam agent, Silica fume.
1. INTRODUCTION Lightweight concrete is a type of concrete that has a lower density and weight than traditional concrete. It is created by reducing the weight of the aggregate material, which can be achieved by using lightweight aggregate such as expanded shale, clay, or slate. Another method is to use a foaming agent or air-entraining agent to create air pockets within the concrete mixture. These air pockets decrease the density and weight of the concrete. The use of lightweight concrete offers many advantages, such as improved insulation, reduced dead load on structures, and easier handling and transportation. It is commonly used in applications such as building facades, roofs, and floors, as well as in precast and tilt-up construction. However, there are also some limitations to the use of lightweight concrete. It may have lower compressive strength and durability compared to traditional concrete, and it may require special attention during construction to prevent cracking or deformation.
Figure-1: Light Weight Concrete
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