Experimental Study on Acid Effect on Compressive Strength of M40 Concrete with Blast Furnace Slag as a Partial Replacement of Course Aggregate
Experimental Study on Acid Effect on Compressive Strength of M40 Concrete with Blast Furnace Slag as a Partial Replacement of Course Aggregate |
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| © 2025 by IJETT Journal | ||
| Volume-73 Issue-5 |
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| Year of Publication : 2025 | ||
| Author : Amol B. Sawant, Chetan S. Patil |
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| DOI : 10.14445/22315381/IJETT-V73I5P111 | ||
How to Cite?
Amol B. Sawant, Chetan S. Patil, "Experimental Study on Acid Effect on Compressive Strength of M40 Concrete with Blast Furnace Slag as a Partial Replacement of Course Aggregate," International Journal of Engineering Trends and Technology, vol. 73, no. 5, pp.116-123, 2025. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/22315381/IJETT-V73I5P111
Abstract
This study evaluates the viability of incorporating Blast Furnace Slag (BFS) as a partial replacement for natural aggregates in M40 grade concrete, with a focus on its performance under acidic exposure conditions. The research investigates compressive strength and durability by preparing concrete specimens with BFS replacement levels of 15%, 30%, 45%, 60%, and 75%. Specimens were subjected to curing in 1% HCl and 1% HNO₃ solutions for durations of 7 and 28 days. The results revealed that replacing 15% to 30% of natural aggregates with BFS achieved optimal performance, balancing mechanical strength and durability, even under aggressive acidic environments. However, BFS replacement levels exceeding 45% led to substantial reductions in compressive strength, with the most pronounced degradation observed at 75% replacement. This study highlights the potential of BFS as a sustainable alternative to natural aggregates, reducing environmental impact and promoting the use of industrial by-products in construction. The findings underscore the importance of optimizing BFS content to ensure structural integrity while supporting sustainable development in the construction sector.
Keywords
M40 concrete, BFS, Aggregate replacement, Compressive strength, Acidic curing, Durability, Sustainability, HCl, HNO₃.
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