Improvement of the Mechanical Properties of Structural Concrete Using Microporous Ethylene Vinyl Acetate

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Josef Alexander Chaname Bustamante

Juan Martín García Chumacero

Guillermo Gustavo Arriola Carrasco


Keywords:
Cement, concrete, unit weight, compressive strength, workability Cemento, concreto, peso unitario, resistencia a la compresión

Abstract

Over the years, the world has tried to increase the recycling of materials, especially those of artificial origin, this in order to produce compounds that are sustainable and sustainable. Among these materials, concrete stands out as a versatile element, to which different external agents can be added; however, since many of them are not compatible with aggregates, cement or water, can cause some alterations in their mechanical performance. Therefore, the present investigation addressed the study of an artificial material called Microporous Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (MEVA), in order to evaluate its influence on the mechanical properties of structural concrete. MEVA additions were used in ranges of 5.00 %, 10.00 %, 15.00 % and 20.00 % with respect to the volume of concrete, to analyze its behavior in the mix, both in physical and mechanical properties. The results show that the workability and unit weight are affected by the increase in MEVA. Despite this, the mechanical performance showed significant increases in the compressive strength of 8.81 %, tensile of 22.86 %, flexion of 24.51 % and modulus of elasticity of 2.12 %, with the addition of 5.00 % of MEVA after 28 days. Nevertheless, at higher doses there is a reduction in said strengths. For these reasons, it is concluded that the incorporation of MEVA at 5.00 % greatly improves the mechanical properties of concrete for structural use, in relation to the theoretical design strength of 21.00 MPa.


 

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Josef Alexander Chaname Bustamante, Universidad Señor de Sipán, Facultad de Ingeniería, Arquitectura y Urbanismo, Pimentel, Perú

Civil Engineer from Universidad Señor de Sipán. Engineer dedicated to the area of construction and supervision of infrastructure works. Experience in the technical office area in construction and consulting companies, in the quality department, testing control.

Juan Martín García Chumacero, Universidad Señor de Sipán, Facultad de Ingeniería, Arquitectura y Urbanismo, Pimentel, Perú

Civil Engineer from Lord of Sipan University, studying a Master's Degree in Geology at the San Marcos National University, Lima-Peru. Engineer dedicated to the area of research as a consultant and researcher in different branches of civil engineering such as concrete technology, roads and soil and slope stability, seismic analysis of structures among other areas, experience in writing research reports, scientific and review articles, contribution as a reviewer of a scientific article of the Journal Faculty of Engineering-University of Antioquia. Experience in supervision of educational infrastructure works and real estate projects at national level.

Guillermo Gustavo Arriola Carrasco, Universidad Nacional de Jaén, Departamento Académico de Ingeniería Civil, Jaén, Perú

Civil Engineer from Lord of Sipan University, Peru and with studies completed for a Master's degree in Road Engineering at the Ricardo Palma University, Peru. He´s a designer and consultant in civil engineering projects with an emphasis on hydrology and hydraulic engineering. He has experience in the calculation and design of works of art for roads, bridges, hydraulic works, hydrological and hydraulic modeling. Researcher and thesis advisor in hydraulic engineering, hydrology and related branches for undergraduates.

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