In the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic, construction materials such as steel—a necessary material for use in traditional concrete applications—have been significantly impacted by price increases ...

According to the American Concrete Institute CT-18, fiber-reinforced concrete is a concrete mixture that is reinforced with dispersed, randomly orientated fibers. These fibers can be used in lieu of ...

Researchers have identified an optimal combination of bentonite (BN), silica fume (SF), and polypropylene fibers (PPFs) that significantly enhances the strength, durability, and acid resistance of ...

This study presents a high-performance concrete blend with palm ash and jute fiber, achieving a 20% reduction in carbon ...