Experimental Study on the Influence of TiO₂ and GGBS on Concrete Durability and Impact Strength

Authors

  • Mamidi Srinivasan

    Department of Civil Engineering, JNTUH College of Engineering Hyderabad (Autonomous), Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad, Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500085, India
  • Pothukuchi Sravana

    Department of Civil Engineering, JNTUH College of Engineering Hyderabad (Autonomous), Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad, Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500085, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30564/jbms.v7i2.9695
Received: 25 April 2025; Revised: 15 May 2025; Accepted: 19 May 2025; Published Online: 10 June 2025

Abstract

The paper examines the improvements in M40 and M50 grade concrete properties resulting from adding nano-titania and using ground granulated blast-furnace slag as a replacement for cement in an effort to produce an environmentally friendly concrete substitute. The concrete mixes were formulated by following IS 10262:2019 and the different mix combinations comprised 0.5% to 2% nano-TiO₂ as well as up to 40% replacement of cement with ground granulated blast-furnace slag. Tests were performed to analyze the behavior of the mixes under mechanical loads, abrasion and impact, as well as freezing and thawing conditions. Mixes containing 1% nano-TiO₂ and either 30% GGBS or recycled glass powder yielded better results than reference mixes. This series of modified concretes demonstrated superior performance through lower abrasion loss, higher resistance to compression and compression forces similar to impact and enhanced freeze–thaw durability substantiated by the preservation of dynamic modulus, density and UVD values. The improvements are a direct consequence of the strengthening effect produced by the combined presence of nano- and pozzolanic materials. Experiments demonstrate that incorporating nano- and pozzolanic components simultaneously enhances durability, mechanical performance and lowers the amount of cement required. This method enables both sustainable and durable performance in concrete that can withstand various rigorous applications.

Keywords:

Concrete Pavement; Nano Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂); Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS); Freeze-Thaw Resistance; Impact Strength; Cantabro Abrasion Test; Durability

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Srinivasan, M., & Pothukuchi Sravana. (2025). Experimental Study on the Influence of TiO₂ and GGBS on Concrete Durability and Impact Strength. Journal of Building Material Science, 7(2), 136–152. https://doi.org/10.30564/jbms.v7i2.9695

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