Shah Het Manish

CT3596

 This research aims to assess the flexural parameters of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC), building upon previous studies focusing on the preparation of control mix design and mechanical properties, including durability. Casting of cubes and beams was conducted to evaluate compressive and flexural strength, respectively, with beams tested both with and without reinforcement, alongside conventional concrete specimens. Utilizing the relationship between compressive and flexural strength, a specific code constant for UHPC (1.08) was derived, surpassing the value for conventional concrete (0.7). The final phase involved casting full-scale UHPC beams to further evaluate flexural strength parameters, comparing them with smaller reinforced beam counterparts. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the Directed Research Program (DRP) thesis, outlining its purpose, scope, literature review, and selected research methodology. It delves into the precise procurement of materials meeting specific criteria, followed by laboratory trials. Detailed descriptions of the casting and testing processes for Ultra-High-Performance Concrete (UHPC) developed using MFGGBS are provided, covering activities up to the submission date. The analysis of results, comparative evaluations, and subsequent conclusions are thoroughly examined, offering valuable insights into the advancements and implications of the study.