Enhancing Concrete Performance: Mechanical Properties with Glass Fiber Reinforcement
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.48047/kw48h197Keywords:
Concrete, Glass Fibre, Glass Fibre Reinforcement, Compressive StrengthAbstract
Concrete is a material used for construction purpose, but its mechanical properties can be further
enhanced through fiber reinforcement techniques. This study investigates the impact of glass fiber
reinforcement on different properties of concrete. The research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of
glass fibers in improving concrete performance over different curing periods. Experimental results
shows the inclusion of glass fibers significantly enhances the characteristics strength of concrete.
Compressive strength tests indicate a notable increase in strength, with glass fiber-reinforced concrete
(A2) outperforming the control sample (A1) at all curing ages. The improvements were most
pronounced at 7 days (20% increase), 28 days (16.6% increase), and 90 days (18.8% increase),
highlighting the positive contribution of glass fibers to matrix integrity and strength development
over time. Split tensile strength results further confirm the beneficial impact of glass fibers, with A2
samples exhibiting a 14.6% increase at 7 days, followed by 7% and 7.2% improvements at 28 and 90
days, respectively. These findings suggest that glass fibers effectively bridge microcracks, enhancing
the material’s tensile resistance and overall durability.
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