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- Mohaghegh, Ali Mohammadi, et al.
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Shear behavior of high-performance basalt fiber concretePart II : Laboratory punching shear tests on small slabs with macrofibers without bars
- 2018
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In: Structural Concrete. - : ERNST & SOHN. - 1464-4177 .- 1751-7648. ; 19:2, s. 331-339
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This paper presents findings from a study on punching shear capacity of high-performance concrete slabs reinforced with macrobasalt fibers. The punching shear failure is simulated through a simple method introduced by Hassan et al. The test specimens comprised 14 small-scale slabs with circular notches. To investigate the effect of fiber content, 5 different fiber volume fractions of 43mm macrobasalt fibers have been studied. The results show that the punching shear capacity and the ductility of the slabs were slightly improved with increasing the fiber content. Furthermore, the results also indicate that the outcome of the experimental method is valid when the rotation of the slabs is negligible.
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- Mohammadi Mohaghegh, Ali, et al.
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An Initial Investigation of the Possibility to Use Basalt Fibres for More Durable Concrete Structures in Norwegian Fish Farming
- 2014
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Reinforcement corrosion in concrete structures in the harsh environment of the humid and cold climate of the Norwegian west coast is one of the most challenging problems pertaining to the design and construction of marine concrete structures. Using new materials with a higher strength and durability than steel reinforcement can be a good solution in such circumstances. In our study we investigate the use of new forms of macro fibres termed MiniBars made from basalt fibres. The paper presents our preliminary findings indicating that basalt fibres might provide more sustainable reinforcement in concrete barges.
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- Mohammadi Mohaghegh, Ali, 1980-, et al.
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Fire Spalling of High-Performance Basalt Fibre Concrete
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In: Nordic Concrete Research. - Oslo, Norway : nordic concrete federation. - 0800-6377. ; 57:2, s. 89-102
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- The use of Macro Basalt Fibre Concrete (MBFC) for structural purposes is increasing in the Norwegian market. However, findings on properties related to fire spalling are scarce in the literature. Motivated by this, the authors present the results of a pilot experimental study on fire spalling properties of two types of basalt fibre concrete. The study results show that basalt fibres cannot prevent high-performance concrete (HPC) from fire spalling. Nonetheless, the comparison of the average spalling values indicates that use of basalt fibres probably does not increase the spalling propensity of the tested materials.
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- Mohammadi Mohaghegh, Ali, 1980-, et al.
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Flexural Behaviour of Medium-Strength and High-Performance Macro Basalt Fibre Concrete Aimed for Marine Applications
- 2017
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In: Nordic Concrete Research. - Oslo, Norway. - 0800-6377. ; :57, s. 103-123
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This paper addresses the flexural behaviour of medium-strength, and high-performance concrete (HPC) reinforced with macro fibres made of basalt fibre reinforced polymer (BFRP) with the intended use for marine applications. Mechanical properties of the fibre concrete were studied through an experimental programme consisting of 18 beam specimens and 45-cylinder samples. In this study two types of concrete were used; medium-strength and high-performance concrete with the compressive strength of approximately 60-75 MPa and 90-105 MPa, respectively. The aspect-ratio of the used fibres were 65 and 83, respectively. The experimental results show that the post-cracking properties of macro basalt fibre concrete is a function of the fibre volume content.
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- Mohammadi Mohaghegh, Ali, et al.
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Properties of Fresh Macro Basalt Fibre (MiniBar) Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC) and Coventional Slump Concrete (CSC) Aimed for Marine Applications
- 2015
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In: Nordic Concrete Research. - Ålesund : NORSK BETONGFORENING. - 0800-6377. ; 52:1, s. 43-61
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Macro basalt fibres (MiniBar) with high corrosion resistance could be a suitable material in fibre concrete for marine applications. Due to the lack of knowledge about macro basalt fibre concretes (BFCs), the main objective of this paper is to assess the fresh state properties of macro basalt fibre conventional slump concrete and self-compacting concrete as the first step of developing BFC for concrete barges for fish farming on the west coast of Norway. To satisfy the requirements for marine applications, DNV and NS-EN standard rules are employed as the basis for the durability performance design. The concrete mix is designed to achieve densely compacted matrix by using the modified Andreasen & Andersen model as the particle size distribution target. In this paper, slump, flow-ability, passing-ability, fibre dynamic segregation and also flow rate as an indication for viscosity of different BFCs are measured and analysed. The result shows that there is a possibility to produce BF-SCCs with a fibre content of 1.15%. The fibres have an aspect ratio of 65.15. In addition, the mixture composed of a maximum gravel size of 16 mm shows a higher flowability in comparison with the maximum gravel size of 12 mm.
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- Mohammadi Mohaghegh, Ali
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Use of Macro Basalt Fibre Concrete for Marine Applications
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Licentiate thesis (other academic/artistic)abstract
- Deterioration of concrete structures due to the corrosion of embedded steel is a well-known universal problem. Norway with its numerous bridges, ports, offshore and floating structures along its coastline, is also encountered with corrosion degradation. The harsh environment of the Norwegian Sea regarding its low temperature, wind, and waves, makes the design and construction of marine structures more demanding. In recent years, usage of sustainable composite materials in the field of structural engineering has been rising. The usage of natural fibre reinforced polymer materials in the form of reinforcement bars or macro fibres with a low density, high strength, and excellent corrosion resistance, gives us better choices for the design and construction of marine structures. Our knowledge about the fibre reinforced self-compacting concrete has increased as a result of introducing it as a building material some decades ago. However, more research is still needed when it comes to the application of new types of fibres. This thesis is a result of this need, whereby the author has done two series of experimental programmes regarding the subject. In the first series, the flow characteristics of fresh state, conventional and self-compacting macro basalt fibre concrete were studied. In the second series, mechanical properties of high performance and medium strength macro basalt fibre concrete including the post-cracking behaviour, compressive strength and electrical resistivity were in focus. The findings were presented in three appended papers and the extended summary composing this thesis. Additionally, the thesis presents an overview of the design procedure of floating concrete structures and the possibility of using macro basalt fibre concrete via a case study. The author’s literature review shows that basalt fibres have an adequate resistance against alkali environment of the concrete matrix and corrosive environment of seawater.
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