Όνομα Περιοδικού:e-Journal of Science & Technology e-Περιοδικό Επιστήμης & Τεχνολογίας
The paper presents comparative results of structural strength analysis of concrete
made from a mixture of Pozzolana (Pozzo) and Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC)
without reinforcement, at varied ratios of Pozzo/OPC between 0-100 % using
ultrasonic non-destructive testing techniques. The Pozzolana content in the mixture
was increased in steps of 10 % to obtain an optimum formulation of desired
characteristics for nuclear applications. Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV), one of the
most popular non-destructive techniques was used in the assessment of the concrete
properties. The study also investigated the relationship between the use of UPV and
the Conventional Modulus of Elasticity (CME) to determine concrete uniformity. The
UPV tests were carried out at the concrete age of 7, 14, and 28 days. The UPV and the
modulus of elasticity of concrete increased with age, but the growth rate varied with
mixture proportion. The test results have shown that concrete made from a matrix
mixture of 20% Pozzo and 80% OPC has a more improved strength compared to that
of the OPC only. Modulus of Elasticity for this improved formulation at ages Seven
(7) days, Fourteen (14) days and Twenty-eight (28) days were analyzed.