Experimental Investigation on Lightweight Concrete with Kegrete Bowling Ball

Abstract

The project’s aim is to figure out the physical and mechanical properties of a lightweight concrete mix with polypropylene fibres. The lightweight concrete has paved its own way in the civil engineering industry. Many lightweight bridges and decks are being created and constructed with lightweight materials. The low thermal conductivity of lightweight concrete is another significant feature. It includes equal-length fibres, which improve structural integrity. For a good fibre-reinforced concrete, the shape, dimensions, and texture of the fibre are important. The usage of fibres in the concrete will reduce plastic shrinkage cracking and dry shrinkage cracking. These fibres make the concrete low permeable and prevent the bleeding of water. Polypropylene fibres were used to enhance the mechanical and toughness properties of the concrete, and they have excellent impact and durability properties.