Comressive & Flexural Behaviour of Paving Blocks Reinforced with Polypropylene, Steel and Hybrid Fibers

Abstract

The majority of research on fiber-reinforced concrete only uses one kind of fibre in varying proportions and material combinations. Utilising two or more fibre types in the right proportions could potentially enhance concrete's performance in addition to
its quality. Hybridisation is the process of combining multiple fibres, and the resultant mixture is termed hybrid fibre. Paving blocks are in high demand right now due to their many uses in parking lots, walkways and petrol stations, as well as their aesthetic appeal, among other reasons. Polypropylene, steel, and a mixture of the two hybrid fibres with percentages ranging from 0 to 1 percent in paving blocks were compared in this study. The compression test serves as the basis for the comparison.