Strength determination using maturity meter test of concrete mixed with bottom ash as partial substitute for fine aggregate

Date of Publication

2012

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with Spec in Construction Technology & Management

Subject Categories

Civil Engineering

College

Gokongwei College of Engineering

Department/Unit

Civil Engineering

Thesis Adviser

Ronaldo S.Gallardo

Defense Panel Chair

Jonathan Dungca

Defense Panel Member

Mary Ann Adajar

Cheryl Lyne Capiz

Abstract/Summary

Majority of the country's energy supply relies on thermal power plants, mainly coal-fired powered plants. Due to problems in disposal and the rapid production of bottom ash, environmental issues arise. A great potential for the utilization of bottom ash can be applied in the civil engineering industry, noted to be promising in the material science industry. Therefore, one way to remedy the concern is to utilize bottom ash by partially replacing sand as fine aggregates in a concrete mix. The proposed research intends to promote the usage of bottom ash by attaining the performance of the coal by-product when mixed in concrete. Two testing methods were considered destructive and non-destructive methods namely compressive strength test and maturity meter test respectively. The strength of all the samples increased and at 40% bottom ash replacement the workability became a dilemma therefore super plasticizer was necessary. The strength of the samples were compared and discussed throughout the results.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU18124

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

xiv, 131 leaves: ; illustrations (some colored) ; 28 cm.

Keywords

Coal-fired power plants--Environmental aspects; Power-plants

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