An Experimental Study on Partial Replacement of Coarse Aggregate with Mangalore Tiles in Self-Compacting Concrete

For sustainable building, this research explores the creation and functionality of self-compacting concrete (SCC) that uses recycled materials and industrial waste. The study focuses on creating SCC mixes with Mangalore tiles as a partial substitute for traditional coarse aggregates and fly ash and ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS) as partial substitutes for cement. To assess the impact of these components on the workability and strength properties of SCC, several mix amounts were created. Based on slump flow, V-funnel and L-box experiments, the best mix of fly ash, GGBS and Mangalore tiles was identified to provide sufficient self-compaction qualities. To find the mix design that provides the optimum mechanical performance without reducing workability, compressive strength tests were performed. Concrete cubes were submerged in water to test their durability and long-term performance in simulated environmental settings. To assess the modified SCC mix’s economic viability in comparison to traditional concrete, a cost analysis was also conducted. In order to retain performance and cost-effectiveness, the findings seek to encourage the use of locally accessible and sustainable materials in the manufacturing of concrete.