Abstract:
Due to its poor crack width control, limited flexural behaviour, delamination of mortar,
etc., the use of ferrocement as a structural element is restricted. Utilizing ferrocement in
construction will assist reduce the overall weight of the building, hence lowering its
inertia. The key benefit is that using ferrocement can lower the overall cost of building,
as material costs, labour costs, and storage costs make up the majority of the entire cost.
In this study, I-beams made of ferrocement are cast, their flexural properties are
evaluated, and it is determined whether they are a good alternative to traditional beams
for use in residential building construction. Ferrocement I-beams made of standard mortar
mix have been cast and tested; a second group of I-beams casted using Engineering
Cementitious Composites (ECC) instead of standard mortar mix, and the difference in
behaviour will be examined. ECC ferrocement I-beam showed better load carrying
capacity, crack resistance, energy absorption and ductility index
