Process dependence of fiber reinforced shotcrete

Title: Process dependence of fiber reinforced shotcrete
Author(s): N. Banthia
Paper category : conference
Book title: International RILEM Symposium on Concrete Science and Engineering: A Tribute to Arnon Bentur
Editor(s): K. Kovler, J. Marchand, S. Mindess and J. Weiss
Print-ISBN: 2-912143-46-2
e-ISBN: 2912143586
Publisher: RILEM Publications SARL
Publication year: 2004
Pages: 31 - 42
Total Pages: 12
Nb references: 26
Language: English

Abstract: This report compares and contrasts the effects of process on the performance of fiber reinforced shotcrete. Using Optimet® steel fibers for reinforcement, the paper discusses the causes for the higher penetration resistance in dry-mix shotcrete, while highlighting the differences in composition and rebound during the fresh state. A strong influence of the spray process is witnessed on the hardened properties under both compression and flexure. While dry-mix shotcrete was found to be stronger in compression, it was relatively weaker under flexure. The improvement in flexural toughness through fibers was more pronounced in wet-mix shotcrete, which may be attributed in the main to the lower fiber rebound associated with the wet-process.

Online publication: 2004-02-04
Publication type : full_text
Public price (Euros): 0.00
doi: 10.1617/2912143586.004