Alternatively, laterite stone which is natural available and readily stabilized material that can be used for building construction is studied in this paper. Lateritic building stones (LBS) from Burkina-Faso are studied for their hygroscopic, ... compressive strength and modulus of elasticity. 2 Materials and methods 2.1 Description of the ...
اقرأ المزيدstone is quite difficult to obtain in East Kalimantan until it must be imported from Palu, causing material innovation in the construction field. ... between the compressive strength of laterite soil concrete to the variation of laterite soil content used [9], [1]. Using the help of polynomials the optimum / ...
اقرأ المزيدKeywords: Compressive strength, Flexural strength, Laterite stone, Split tensile strength I. INTRODUCTION Laterite is a natural rock rich in iron and aluminium and is ... of coarse aggregate by 15 % of laterite aggregate the compressive strength was decreased to 27.86N/mm2 coarse aggregate by 10 % of laand 35.56N/mm2 for 7 and 28 …
اقرأ المزيدThe maximum axial compressive stress that a cohesive soil specimen can withstand under zero confining pressure is referred to as unconfined compressive strength (UCS). The unconfined compression test is one of the quickest and least expensive ways of determining soil shear strength.
اقرأ المزيدABSTRACT: The study investigated the compressive strength and static modulus of elasticity of building blocks with full replacement of river sand with a blend of laterite – quarry. Values of compressive strength and static modulus are very helpful in the analyses and design of structures as they help in avoiding unrealistic
اقرأ المزيدThe compressive strength was determined using standard test method for compressive strength of dimension stone as per ASTM C 170-90 [15]. Specimens were dressed manually by an expert craftsman (stone cutter) to prepare level surfaces.
اقرأ المزيدConcept: Granite is an important structural and ornamental stone and because of its high compressive strength and durability,; It is extensively used for massives structural works like bridge piers, sea and river walls, dams, and monumental buildings.; Where excessive wear and abrasion is likely to occur. Granite is found in …
اقرأ المزيدThis paper presents the results of laboratory tests conducted to investigate a concrete made with laterite rock coarse aggregates. The structural properties considered were strength and elasticity. Laterite concrete mix proportions of 1:3:6, 1:2:4 1:1½:3 by weight of cement, river sand and laterite rock respectively at varying water/cement ratios of 0.55-0.90 …
اقرأ المزيدS.K. Jain, P.G. Patil, N.J. Thakor. Engineering properties of laterite stone scrap blocks. Agricultural Engineering International: CIGR Journal. Vol.13, No.3, 2011. ... A study was conducted to determine the engineering properties viz. compressive strength, toughness index and water absorption capacity of the laterite stone scrap blocks. ...
اقرأ المزيدMechanical and hygrothermal parameters are critical in promoting laterite stone as a sustainable alternative, and lack of scientific data promoted this study. ... It was also observed that the flexural strength and compressive strength of the LBS decreases with increase in moisture content, the flexural and compressive strength of the LBS at ...
اقرأ المزيدis used commonly as a dimension stone and local building blocks for construction of buildings and pavements (Figs. 3 and 4). The geotechnical attributes of laterite samples from north Goa and parts of Kerala showed a range of values for water absorption, unconfined compressive strength and unit weight of the rock
اقرأ المزيدThe compression strength of the stone is carried out to determine the compressive strength of the stone. To perform this test take 6 test blocks of dimensions 10cmx10cmx10cm are taken. These blocks are then covered with plaster of Paris subjected to load in the compression testing machine one by one.
اقرأ المزيدUnconfined compressive strength test and cyclic triaxial test were performed on the cured LSC specimens . ... Resilient response of laterite-stone chips-cement mixes was evaluated in this study for their effective utilization in the subbase layer of flexible pavement. Following conclusions were drawn from this study.
اقرأ المزيدConcrete is one of the most durable construction material and cement is one of the most energy intensive structural materials in concrete. This research is conducted to research of the suitability of tap water, river sand and laterite stone which is available abundantly surround the Berau district of Indonesia with Portland composite cement (PCC) and …
اقرأ المزيد3.1. Compressive strength The visual observation on the cylindrical specimens showed that the surface of hardened concrete was smooth without any honeycomb and large air voids. This result showed that fresh concrete consisted of crushed stone (laterite stone and river stone), tap water, PCC and river sand can be poured with
اقرأ المزيدThe block using 81% laterite stone waste, 16% cement, and 3% rice husk ash had the highest hardness index of 14.3. Bricks constructed from laterite with 45% sand and 5% cement achieved a compressive strength of 1.80 N/mm2, which is higher than the required minimum strength value of 1.65 N/mm2.
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