Preparation Of Fiber Reinforced Concrete Using Locally available Material

Abstract

Reinforcing brittle matrices to improve their mechanical properties is on old-age concept however, the modern development of fiber reinforced cement composites dates back only to 1960’s. In the beginning only, only straight fibers were used. The acceptance of fiber reinforced concrete by the construction industry has led to a number of developments. Among these developments are new fiber types made of steel, stainless steel, polymeric and mineral materials, and naturally occurring materials. A large number of researchers round the world have investigated the various aspects of fiber reinforced composites. Our syndicate has decided to use binding wire as fiber reinforcement in concrete as it is easily available and is cost effective. it may not give the same results as that obtained from the use of specially designed fibers however the cost difference over shadows the difference in strength