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6. Mineral Admixtures

Mineral admixtures, commonly by-products from industrial processes, are added to concrete to enhance its performance. They improve workability, durability, and sustainability while reducing costs. Various types of mineral admixtures, including pozzolanic and hydraulic materials, play significant roles in concrete hydration and long-term behavior.

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  • 6

    Mineral Admixtures

    Mineral admixtures enhance the performance of concrete, promoting sustainability and improving strength and durability.

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  • 6.1

    Classification Of Mineral Admixtures

    Mineral admixtures are classified into pozzolanic and hydraulic categories, with specific materials like fly ash and GGBS each providing unique benefits to concrete.

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  • 6.2

    Fly Ash (Pulverised Fuel Ash)

    Fly ash is a pozzolanic material derived from burned coal used in concrete to enhance strength, workability, and durability.

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  • 6.2.1

    Origin And Production

    This section discusses fly ash, its origins as a by-product of coal combustion, and its various properties and effects on concrete.

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  • 6.2.2

    Types Of Fly Ash

    Fly ash is a by-product of coal combustion in thermal power plants, classified into two main types: Class F and Class C, based on their chemical composition and properties.

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  • 6.2.3

    Properties

    This section discusses the properties of mineral admixtures used in concrete, highlighting their benefits and effects on concrete performance.

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  • 6.2.4

    Effects On Concrete

    This section discusses how mineral admixtures, particularly fly ash, enhance various properties of concrete.

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  • 6.3

    Silica Fume (Microsilica)

    Silica fume, an ultra-fine by-product from silicon and ferrosilicon alloy production, is known for its high reactivity and substantial impacts on concrete properties.

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  • 6.3.1

    Origin And Production

    This section discusses the origin and production of silica fume, a critical mineral admixture in concrete technology.

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  • 6.3.2

    Properties

    This section discusses the properties of various mineral admixtures used in concrete, highlighting their influence on workability, strength, durability, and hydration characteristics.

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  • 6.3.3

    Effects On Concrete

    This section discusses the effects of different mineral admixtures on the properties of concrete.

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  • 6.4

    Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (Ggbs)

    GGBS is a latent hydraulic material derived from the quenching of molten iron slag, enhancing concrete properties such as strength, durability, and resistance to aggressive environments.

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  • 6.4.1

    Origin And Production

    This section explains the origin and production of mineral admixtures in concrete, focusing on materials like Fly Ash and their properties.

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  • 6.4.2

    Properties

    This section discusses the properties of various mineral admixtures used in concrete, including their effects on strength, durability, and workability.

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  • 6.4.3

    Effects On Concrete

    This section discusses how mineral admixtures influence the properties of concrete, particularly in terms of workability, strength, durability, and hydration.

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  • 6.5

    Metakaolin

    Metakaolin is a highly reactive pozzolan derived from kaolinite clay, which enhances concrete's strength and durability.

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  • 6.5.1

    Origin And Production

    This section explores the origin of fly ash, its production process, and its components.

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  • 6.5.2

    Properties

    This section discusses the properties of various mineral admixtures used in concrete, highlighting their impacts on concrete performance.

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  • 6.5.3

    Effects On Concrete

    Mineral admixtures significantly enhance the performance of concrete by improving its workability, strength, and durability.

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  • 6.6

    Rice Husk Ash (Rha)

    Rice Husk Ash (RHA) is a by-product of burning rice husks that enhances the performance of concrete.

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  • 6.6.1

    Origin And Production

    This section discusses fly ash, its origin from thermal power plants, its types, properties, and its effects on concrete.

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  • 6.6.2

    Properties

    This section explores the properties of various mineral admixtures used in concrete, highlighting their effects on concrete's performance.

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  • 6.6.3

    Effects On Concrete

    This section outlines the beneficial effects of mineral admixtures on the properties of concrete.

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  • 6.7

    Natural Pozzolans

    Natural pozzolans are volcanic or sedimentary materials that exhibit moderate pozzolanic activity, enhancing the durability and sustainability of concrete.

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  • 6.7.1

    Properties And Effects

    This section discusses the properties and effects of natural pozzolans on concrete.

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  • 6.8

    Influence Of Mineral Admixtures On Properties Of Concrete

    Mineral admixtures significantly improve the workability, strength, and durability of concrete, while also reducing its heat of hydration and permeability.

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  • 6.9

    Factors Affecting Performance Of Mineral Admixtures

    This section discusses the various factors that influence the performance of mineral admixtures in concrete.

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  • 6.10

    Environmental And Economic Considerations

    This section discusses the environmental and economic benefits of using mineral admixtures in concrete.

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  • 6.11

    Applications In Special Concretes

    This section discusses the applications of mineral admixtures in special concretes, emphasizing their benefits to various concrete types.

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  • 6.12

    Hydration Reactions Of Mineral Admixtures

    This section discusses the hydration reactions of mineral admixtures, focusing on the pozzolanic and hydraulic reactions that improve concrete performance.

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  • 6.12.1

    Pozzolanic Reaction Mechanism

    The pozzolanic reaction mechanism involves the reaction of mineral admixtures with calcium hydroxide to form calcium silicate hydrate, enhancing concrete strength and durability.

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  • 6.12.2

    Impact On Microstructure

    This section discusses how mineral admixtures, through pozzolanic and hydraulic reactions, significantly influence the microstructure and performance of concrete.

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  • 6.12.3

    Hydraulic Reaction (Ggbs)

    This section discusses the hydraulic reaction process of Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) in the presence of water and alkaline activators, highlighting its significance in forming calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H) and calcium aluminate hydrates.

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  • 6.13

    Compatibility With Chemical Admixtures

    This section addresses the interactions between mineral admixtures and chemical admixtures in concrete mixture designs.

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  • 6.14

    Testing And Quality Control Of Mineral Admixtures

    This section covers the standards and key tests necessary for analyzing mineral admixtures in concrete.

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  • 6.14.1

    Standards Followed

    This section outlines the standards used for testing mineral admixtures, including specific tests and their purposes.

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  • 6.14.2

    Key Tests Conducted

    This section outlines the key tests conducted on mineral admixtures to ensure their quality and performance in concrete applications.

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  • 6.15

    Guidelines For Mix Design With Mineral Admixtures

    This section outlines the guidelines for designing concrete mixes incorporating various mineral admixtures, focusing on replacement levels and key considerations.

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  • 6.15.1

    Replacement Levels (Typical Ranges)

    This section outlines the typical replacement levels for various mineral admixtures used in concrete.

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  • 6.15.2

    Key Considerations

    This section highlights key aspects in the mix design of concrete with mineral admixtures, emphasizing the factors to consider for optimal performance.

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  • 6.16

    Advantages Of Using Mineral Admixtures

    Mineral admixtures offer numerous technical, economic, and environmental benefits in concrete applications.

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  • 6.17

    Challenges And Limitations

    This section discusses the challenges and limitations associated with using mineral admixtures in concrete, highlighting variability in materials and other factors that impact performance.

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  • 6.18

    Innovations And Research Trends

    This section highlights the latest innovations and research trends in mineral admixtures, focusing on advancements like nano-mineral admixtures, hybrid blended systems, and self-healing concrete.

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References

Chapter_6_Minera.pdf

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