MECHANICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF PLAIN CEMENT CONCRETE WITH STONE WASTE AGGREGATE

Abstract: Reinforced cement concrete (RCC) plays a pivotal role in construction, with granite stone commonly used as coarse aggregate. However, the depletion of natural resources necessitates the exploration of alternative materials. This study focuses on the utilization of stone waste, specifically from the layered stone also known as Kadapa slab in Tadpatri, Andhra Pradesh, India, for concrete construction. Stone waste generated during the production of finished goods is a major environmental concern, prompting an investigation into its feasibility as a concrete aggregate replacement at different levels (25%, 50%, 75%, and 100%). The current study assessed the strength characteristics, including compression, split tensile, and flexural strengths, shedding light on the potential of stone waste in construction.

Keywords: Stone Waste Aggregate, Concrete Construction, Workability, Compressive Strength, Split Tensile Strength, Flexural Strength, Sustainable Construction.