Research Article

Finite Element Analysis of Synergy Effect on Concrete Beams Incorporated with Coated Reinforcement and Alternate Aggregates

Table 1

Properties of ingredients used in concrete.

Specific gravity of cement3.15
Specific gravity of fine aggregate2.5
Specific gravity of coarse aggregate3.00
Specific gravity of fine aggregate (quarry dust)2.65
Specific gravity of coarse aggregate (recycled coarse aggregate)2.6
Maximum size of coarse aggregate20 mm
Maximum w/c ratio0.45
Workability100 mm
Exposure conditionMild
Type of coarse aggregateCrushed angular