Investigation on the resistivity of concrete with high density polyethylene (DHPE) as partial replacement for fine aggregates against sulfate attack
Date of Publication
2018
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with Spec in Construction Technology & Management
College
Gokongwei College of Engineering
Department/Unit
Civil Engineering
Thesis Adviser
Richard M. De Jesus
Defense Panel Chair
Jason Maximino C. Ongpeng
Defense Panel Member
Ronaldo S. Gallardo
Maria Emilia P. Sevilla
Abstract/Summary
Sulfate attack poses as one of the threats in construction through the deterioration of the concrete material. Due to the limited studies that have been conducted regarding the matter, the problem is often deemed to be negligible. However, previous studies from other countries consider sulfate attack to be a serious complication in terms of construction. The formation of ettringite crystals lead to the deterioration of the mechanical properties of concrete, as well as the expansion of the cement paste.
To address the issue, partial substitution of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) as fine aggregates was investigated under the effects of sulfate attack for HDPE is considered resistant against certain chemicals, especially sodium sulfate. The mechanical properties of the first set of concrete specimens were tested. The second set was then exposed in a sodium sulfate solution with a concentration of 50 grams per liter for twenty-eight (28) days before testing its mechanical properties. The mortar bars were submerged in the same solution before assessing the length change and formation of ettringite crystals through scanning electron microscope (SEM).
Results show that the change in compressive strength is insignificant for increasing percentage substitution but a significant decrease of the splitting tensile and flexural strength for the concrete specimens. The mortar bars show increasing sulfate resistivity as the percentage of HDPE replacement increases. Also, the SEM testing procedure exhibits less ettringite formation with the increase HDPE present in the mortar bars by considering its interfacial transition zone (ITZ).
Thus, the partial substitution of HDPE as fine aggregates is beneficial in resisting sulfate attack. Moreover, 10% of the volume of fine aggregates replaced with HDPE is considered as the ideal percentage substitution in terms of volume.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU21575
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
xv, 113 leaves : illustrations (some color) ; 30 cm.
Keywords
Concrete; High-density polyethylene
Recommended Citation
Borbon, G. V., Go, K. F., & Jardiniano, R. G. (2018). Investigation on the resistivity of concrete with high density polyethylene (DHPE) as partial replacement for fine aggregates against sulfate attack. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/7083
