This study presents the results of an investigation of the effect of macro synthetic fibers
(MSF) reinforcement on the load carrying capacity of concrete pavement slabs. Six concrete slabs
having dimensions of 800 800 50 mm3 were prepared and tested under static loads at three
different positions: interior, edge and corner of the slab. Three of the slabs were Portland cement
concrete (PCC) and prepared as references. The other three slabs were macro synthetic fiber reinforced
concrete (MSFRC). Mechanical properties examined in this study included compressive strength,
splitting tensile strength, flexural strength and modulus of elasticity and ductility of PCC and MSFRC.
The findings showed that the addition of MSF to PCC improved the load carrying capacity of concrete
pavement slabs. Test results obtained indicated that the ultimate load carrying capacity of MSFRC
slabs was increased by 24%, 20%, and 23% for interior, edge and corner loading positions, respectively. |
