Traditional concrete is inherently brittle and prone to cracking under tensile stress. Bendable concrete, or Engineered Cementitious Composites (ECC), addresses this limitation with its strain-hardening behavior and ability to undergo large deformations while maintaining crack widths at a microscopic level. ECC is designed with a combination of fine aggregates, cement, and fibers, ensuring enhanced ductility and durability. This research aims to develop ECC mixes with optimized fiber content and evaluate its mechanical and crack-controlling properties, paving the way for resilient and long-lasting structures.
