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Abstract
This research work is aimed at using Scheffes Second Degree Model for five component mixture to optimize the Flexural Strength FS and Split Tensile Strength STS of Nylon Fibre Reinforced Concrete NFRC. Using Scheffes Simplex method, the Flexural Strength and Split Tensile Strength of NFRC were determined for different mix proportions. Control experiments were also carried out and the flexural and split tensile strengths evaluated. The result of the students t-test shows that the strengths predicted by the model and the corresponding experimentally observed results are correlated. Maximum design strengths recorded for the flexural test at 14 and 28 days were 6.00MPa and 7.44MPa respectively, while those recorded for the splitting tensile test were 3.98MPa and 5.26MPa respectively. Thus, NFRC controllable design strengts values are capable of sustaining construction of light-weight and heavy weight structures such as construction of Bridge, Building pillars, Sidewalks, Building floors, Drainage pipes, Septic tanks etc., still satisfying all the required economic, aesthetic and safety criteria.
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Copyright © 2024 K. C. Nwachukwu, D. A. Okodugha. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
