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International Journal of Advanced Engineering Application

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Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Fiber and Nano-Reinforced Ultra-High Strength Concrete

Author(s):M. Raghavendra1, P. Anusha 2, S. Kiran 3

Affiliation: 1,2,3Department of Electrical Engineering, BMS College of Engineering, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Page No: 14-17

Volume issue & Publishing Year: Volume 2 Issue 9 ,Sep -2025

Journal: International Journal of Advanced Engineering Application (IJAEA)

ISSN NO: 3048-6807

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17623390

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Abstract:
Ultra-High Strength Concrete (UHSC) has emerged as a transformative material in modern structural engineering due to its superior compressive strength, durability, and reduced permeability compared to conventional concrete. However, its brittle behavior and limited tensile capacity necessitate reinforcement strategies to ensure ductility and crack resistance. This paper investigates hybrid reinforcement methods combining steel fibers, polymeric fibers, and nano-reinforcements for enhanced structural performance of UHSC. Experimental studies reported in literature indicate that hybrid fiber systems significantly improve flexural toughness, post-cracking behavior, and impact resistance while maintaining ultra-high compressive strength. The synergy between micro- and macro-level reinforcements contributes to optimized crack-bridging, delayed crack propagation, and improved energy absorption capacity. Advanced reinforcement schemes integrating fibers with conventional steel bars are also discussed for their role in optimizing strength-to-weight ratios in structural members. The findings emphasize that hybrid reinforcement strategies provide a sustainable and efficient pathway to achieving durable, ductile, and resilient UHSC, suitable for demanding applications such as high-rise buildings, long-span bridges, and precast structural elements.

Keywords: Ultra High Strength Concrete, Hybrid Reinforcement, Steel Fibers, Polymeric Fibers, Nano-materials, Flexural Toughness, Structural Durability

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