Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (Steel FRC) vs Geopolymer Concrete (Fly Ash Based)
Property comparison of Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (Steel FRC) and Geopolymer Concrete (Fly Ash Based), both concrete.
| Property | Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (Steel FRC) | Geopolymer Concrete (Fly Ash Based) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 3.5 MPa | 3 MPa | -14% |
| Elastic modulus | 32,000 MPa | 25,000 MPa | -22% |
| Shear modulus | 13,300 MPa | 10,400 MPa | -22% |
| Poisson ratio | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0% |
| Density | 2,400 kg/m³ | 2,300 kg/m³ | -4% |
| Thermal conductivity | 1.8 W/m·K | 0.75 W/m·K | -58% |
| Specific heat | 880 J/kg·K | 900 J/kg·K | +2% |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion | 0.00001 1/K | 0.000011 1/K | +10% |
Difference is Geopolymer Concrete (Fly Ash Based) relative to Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (Steel FRC). Values are taken from the representative row of each material; both materials may have multiple heat treatments or conditions on their individual pages.
Identification
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- ACI 544.1R
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- none
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