EFFECT OF GLASS POWDER AND RICE HUSK ASH ON CONCRETE PROPERTIES

Abstract

Concrete is the most widely used man made material for construction. In this project work cement were partially replaced by different combination of waste glass powder and rice husk ash. For that prepared number of cubes and beams by addition of waste glass powder and Rice Husk Ash at various proportions. In this project work percentage of waste glass powder was taken constant at 5, 10, 15, 20 and varying the percentage of rice husk ash like 5, 10, 15 and 20. Conventional concrete cube have also been prepared. The casted specimens have been tested for its compressive and flexural strength at 7 days and 28 days age and compare this strength with conventional concrete strength. Test result shows that the combination of 15% waste glass powder and 10% rice husk ash gives maximum strength. In this project work waste materials are used in concrete so cost of concrete is low then conventional concrete. It is also it is eco friendly. This study will have a positive impact on the environment, as it will reduce the volume of Glass Powder and Rice Husk Ash to be disposed off by incineration and land filling. In addition, it will reduce the use of cement.