Study of Partial replacement of GGBS (Ground Granulated blast furnace Slag) by cement in Concrete

Author Name : Prof. Tejaswini Junghare, Boaz Barve, Aman Rangari, Shashank Moon, Pooja Bansond, Nikita Tembhurne

ABSTRACT

One of the most important components in concrete manufacturing is ordinary Portland cement, which is made of natural raw materials such as lime stone, chalk, and clay. In highly developed countries, infrastructure projects, including construction, large-scale irrigation, and road construction, are underway, constructed or completed, and we need a lot of cement. Unfortunately, cement production is related to the large amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere, which is a major factor in the greenhouse effect and global warming. It is the main component of concrete, and it is inevitable to find another material or partially replace it with another material, which is very useful in concrete manufacturing. Ground granulated blast furnace slag GGBS is an astringent material that can be added to cement concrete as a partial cement substitute without compromising its strength and durability, thereby reducing cement production and reducing carbon dioxide emissions. The use of GGBS in concrete cannot only reduce the environmental impact of consuming materials that are generally considered waste, but also reduce construction costs. This article describes the use of slag sand (GGBS) in concrete as a partial cement substitute

Keywords: GGBS, Cement, Water, Admixture