• Aditya Banote
• Prathamesh Garud
• Mahesh Gadhave
• Shubham Ambekar
• Vaishnavi Battul

This project aimed to investigate the mechanical properties of basalt fiber-reinforced concrete (BFRC) and assess its potential for various construction applications. BFRC is a relatively new type of fiber-reinforced concrete that has shown favorable mechanical performance. Basalt fibers possess exceptional mechanical characteristics, including high strength, stiffness, and resistance to heat and chemicals. In this study, different proportions of basalt fibers were incorporated into the concrete mix to create BFRC specimens. Compression, flexural, and split tensile strength tests were conducted to evaluate the mechanical properties of the BFRC. The findings indicated that the inclusion of basalt fibers in the concrete mix resulted in improved mechanical properties, particularly in terms of flexural strength. Additionally, the compressive strength of the BFRC showed enhancement, albeit to a lesser extent compared to flexural and split tensile strength. The presence of basalt fibers in the concrete contributed to enhanced toughness and ductility, thereby enhancing the overall performance of the material. The study also examined the durability of the BFRC by subjecting specimens to freeze-thaw cycles and chemical exposure, demonstrating that the basalt fibers bolstered the concrete's resistance to cracking and deterioration under harsh environmental conditions. These results confirm the potential of basalt fiber-reinforced concrete as a viable alternative to conventional concrete in applications requiring superior strength, improved crack resistance, and extended service life. Future research could focus on optimizing fiber content and distribution within the concrete mix to achieve an optimal balance of mechanical properties. Furthermore, investigating the long-term behavior of BFRC in real-world scenarios would provide valuable insights into its performance and further validate its use as a sustainable and resilient construction material.

basalt fiber-reinforced concrete, BFRC, mechanical properties, construction applications, basalt fibers, high strength, stiffness, heat resistance, chemical resistance, compression strength, flexural strength, split tensile strength, toughness, ductility, durability, crack resistance, freeze-thaw cycles, optimization, fiber content, distribution, long-term behaviour, sustainable construction material

"INVESTIGATING THE STRUCTURAL PROPERTIES OF BASALT FIBER REINFORCED CONCRETE", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 5, page no.o449-o456, May-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2305F59.pdf

"INVESTIGATING THE STRUCTURAL PROPERTIES OF BASALT FIBER REINFORCED CONCRETE", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 5, page no. ppo449-o456, May-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2305F59.pdf