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Durability Studies on Self Compacting Concrete Incorporating Granite Powder
Self compacting concrete (SCC) has gained popularity in recent years due to its unique ability to flow and contract under its own weight without the need for mechanical connections. SCC is a material that is widely used, however its durability is essentially lacking. The current research looked on how granite powder affected SCC's durability traits. Granite powder was added to regular Portland cement in different proportions, ranging from 0% to 20% with 5% increments. Abrasion, water absorption, and accelerated corrosion tests were used to evaluate the durability of the cementitious SCC matrix including granite powder. When compared to the other mixes, the results indicate that the SCC mixes with 10% granite powder have shown remarkably better durability behavior. According to the present research, 10% granite particle content is ideal for replacing some of the cement in SCC, leading to improved or equivalent durability characteristics. There are several benefits to using granite powder in the building sector. It preserves natural resources by acting as a competitive substitute for cement. It also does away with the need for land management in order to dispose of granite powder.
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