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A Review paper on Ultra High Strength Concrete
MOUMITA GHOSH
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, DR. BIMAN MUKHERJEE
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1
M.Tech in Structural Engineering, Narula Institute of Technology, Agarpara, Kolkata-700109
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Prof. of Narula Institute of Technology, Agarpara, Kolkata-700109
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Abstract - High Strength Concrete (UHSC) is the latest amazing development in Portland cement based materials base. By
eliminating coarse materials, improving powder packing density through a specific particle size distribution, and applying water
hardening up to 90°C when 2-5% of the fibers .This material (sludge with particle size distribution) called UHSC because it acts at
microstructural level such as reinforced concrete. UHSC mix ratios were developed using local materials to make UHSC more
affordable for a variety of applications. Using local materials to manufacture this innovative material reduces material costs,
improves sustainability and provides mechanical performance similar to pre-packaged commercial products.
Key Words: UHPC, HSC, REINFORCED FIBRE CONCRETE
1.INTRODUCTION
Ultra-High Strength Concrete was built and changed the world of construction. This project attempted to investigate the
properties and features of the UHSC or UHPC and its variants, and demonstrates the mixed structure of the UHSC and its
functionality today. The literature review explained how the UHSC behaves in terms of mechanical properties such as
compressive strength, ductility, weather resistance, and voids.
In addition, it is showing the types of UHSC with their properties and mix design, and explained the challenges that face the
construction and usage this type of concrete which are the cost, experience, lake of researches and specification for mix design.
And therefore a economical basis for production of concrete with very high density and strength was established and a rapid
development of HSC took place.
Now days, the UHSC seems to be a promising asset for pre-existing and pre-existing concrete members. These materials can
therefore be used for industrial and nuclear waste storage facilities. The silica fume used in this technology has three main
functions; filling in the gaps between the particles of the next large class (cement), the development of rheological features by
the coating effect caused by the complete rotation of the basic particles, the production of secondary hydrates by pozzolanic
reaction and the lime resulting from the basic flow. Quartz powder aids in its effectiveness during heat treatment.
Srinivas Allena and Craig M. Newtson(2018)
This paper introduces the development of high strength concrete (UHSC) using local materials. UHSC integration standards
developed using local materials in UHSC can be made more affordable for a wide variety of applications. Specifically, local sand
with a maximum size of 0.0236 in. (600 μm), which contains local I / II cement and silica smoke was used in this study. Each of
these visual options looks like an improvement in UHSC sustainability. Two compounds (one fiber and one non-fiber) are
recommended as UHSC blends. The maximum compression strength obtained in this study was 24,010 psi (165.6 MPa) for UHSC
with steel cords and 23,480 psi (161.9 MPa) for UHSC without strings. The pressure and flexibility are derived from the UHSC
components made for this function compared to the UHSC capabilities presented in the literature. Manufacturing this new
material with local materials reduces its material cost, improves stability, and produces machine performance similar to
products already packaged, available for sale.
M. Mazloom , A.A. Ramezanianpour , J.J. Brooks (2003)
This paper presents the results of experimental work on short- and long-term mechanical properties of high-strength
concrete containing different levels of silica fume. The aim of the study was to investigate the effects of binder systems
containing different levels of silica fume on fresh and mechanical properties of concrete. The work focused on concrete mixes
having a fixed water/binder ratio of 0.35 and a constant total binder content of 500 kg/m3. The percentages of silica fume that
replaced cement in this research were: 0%, 6%, 10% and 15%. Apart from measuring the workability of fresh concrete, the
mechanical properties evaluated were: development of compressive strength; secant modulus of elasticity; strain due to creep,
shrinkage, swelling and moisture movement.