Analysis of mix design of concrete using ceramic waste

Abstract

-This paper presents an experimental study on the properties of concrete containing ceramic wastes. The
ceramic industry inevitably generates wastes, irrespective of the improvements introduced in manufacturing processes.
In the ceramic industry, about 15%-30% production goes as waste. These wastes pose a problem in present day society,
requiring a suitable form of management in order to achieve sustainable development. In this research study the (OPC)
cement has been replaced by ceramic waste powder accordingly in the range of 0%,5%,10%,15%, 20% and aggregate
has been replaced by ceramic waste aggregate accordingly in the range of 0%, 5%,10%,15%, 20% by weight for M-25
grade concrete. Compressive Strength test was carried out on hardened concrete cubes after 7 and 28 days curing in
water. Results show that concrete with partial cement replacement by ceramic powder and ceramic aggregate although
it has minor strength loss possess increase durability performance. In current paper the analysis of varies properties of
ceramic aggregates is carried out to validate adoptability of the same as normal aggregates. In both cases, sustainable
efforts were made to reduce the quantity of concrete. Reuse of this kind of waste has advantages in aspect of economic
and environmental, reduction in the number of natural spaces employed as refuse dumps. Indirectly, all the above
contributes to a better quality of life for citizens and to introduce the concept of sustainability in the construction sector.