Mechanical Properties of Shotcrete Produced with Recycled Aggregates from Construction Wastes

Abstract: This study examines the usability of concrete wastes generated from buildings demolished for various reasons in shotcrete. The strength properties of shotcrete produced from recycled aggregates (RA), cylinder specimen and plate specimen were tested. it was observed that as the ratio of RA used instead of natural aggregate increases, the strength of the cylinder specimen decreases, ultrasonic pulse velocity increases. The toughness value has increased in the concrete samples prepared by replacing the natural aggregate with 50% or more RA. It was observed that the fiber amount and load carrying capacity were proportional in fiber reinforced plates prepared using RA. As a result, it has been observed that the interaction of RA with fiber is positive and it can be used in shotcrete. It has been revealed that RA can contribute to the reduction of environmental pollution caused by construction and wreckage wastes and can be presented as an alternative to natural aggregate.