Amaan Sikandar
Abstract
Concrete, a commonly used material in construction, has limitations such as brittleness, low tensile strength, and shrinkage cracks, which impact its sustainability. These limitations result in a brittle failure mechanism under load, highlighting the need for alternative solutions to enhance durability and address these challenges. Engineered Cementious Composite (ECC) is a fiber-reinforced concrete with high ductility, strain-hardening behavior, and multiple fine fractures. It offers improved impact strength and self-healing properties, making it a valuable material for enhancing structural performance. This study explores the application of bendable composite or engineered cementious composite (ECC) in building, transportation, and water resources infrastructure. Different researches from the developed countries has been studied and the parameters for the bendable composite are identified. It aims to provide insights for developing countries to produce and use ECC with local materials effectively in their infrastructure projects.
Keywords
Theoretical, ECC, Bendable composite, Polymer Fiber, Strain Hardening, Multiple cracking, ECC material, ECC applications.