Initial Characterization of Geopolymer Based UHPC Material Properties
项目名称: Initial Characterization of Geopolymer Based UHPC Material Properties
摘要: Ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) has great potential as a structural material for bridge engineering due to its excellent strength, ductility, and durability. However, the high Portland cement content required by conventional UHPC poses a major obstacle to widespread practical application because of its high cost and CO2 emissions. Introducing any sort of composites as replacements for Portland cement would have a positive impact on the practical applications of UHPC. This research project investigated the mechanical properties (such as compression, tension, bending strength, and modulus of elasticity) of geopolymer-based UHPC and a type of composite UHPC using Iowa materials to explore the feasibility of their use in UHPC for transportation infrastructure. In this study, different ultra-high-performance geopolymer (UHPG) mixes were formulated, their mechanical properties were evaluated, and effects of curing methods on the UHPG strength were investigated. The results indicated that usable UHPG can be achieved through engineered formulation using locally available concrete materials. The UHPG sample made in China and tested at Iowa State University (ISU) showed a compressive strength of 123 MPa (17,868 psi) and maximum compressive strain of 0.0047 micro-strain. The UHPG samples made with a slag-fly ash blend and a liquid (activator solution)-to-binder (slag and fly ash) of 0.27 had 28-day compressive strength of 102 MPa (14,800 psi). When reinforced with 2% (by volume) of polyvinyl alcohol(PVA) fiber, the UHPG mixes developed at ISU exhibited strain and displacement hardening behavior in tension and flexure, indicating significant ductility. Replacement of slag for fly ash improved strengths and elastic modulus, but noticeably reduced the deflection at failure and ductility of UHPG. Steam curing at 50�C appeared to be the optimal condition for the UHPG strength development.
状态: Completed
资金: 45000
资助组织: Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology
管理组织: Midwest Transportation Center
执行机构: Iowa State University
主要研究人员: Shen, Jay
开始时间: 20170301
预计完成日期: 20180228
实际结束时间: 20180731
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