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Abstract
Ultra-High-Performance Concrete (UHPC) represents a breakthrough in modern concrete technology, delivering unparalleled strength and durability compared to conventional concrete. Its remarkable performance stems from a highly refined microstructure, achieved through the integration of advanced binders and innovative additives. This research investigates the ability to achieve higher compressive strength in high-performance concrete (HPC) by replacing a portion of cement with ultra-fine mineral supplementary materials. Ultra-fine materials were employed as partial substitutes for cement to evaluate their influence on the mechanical and durability properties of concrete. Comprehensive analyses were conducted, focusing on the compressive strength development through standardized cube tests at varying curing intervals. The study offers a comprehensive evaluation of concrete mixes enhanced with ultra-fine materials, presenting unique findings that demonstrate their potential to achieve significantly higher compressive strengths compared to conventional designs. Compressive strength tests conducted at 3, 7, and 28 days revealed that strategically optimized concrete mixes incorporating ultra-fine mineral materials exhibit superior performance compared to conventional 100% cement-based mixes. The findings underscore the potential of ultra-fine minerals to significantly enhance both the mechanical properties and the sustainability of high-performance concrete (HPC), while maintaining its structural integrity.
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Copyright © 2025 Nidhi Kag. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
