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THE USE OF OIL PALM FIBER AS AN ADDITIVE IN CONCRETE

 

Table Of Contents


Chapter ONE

INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1Introduction
  • 1.2Background of Study
  • 1.3Problem Statement
  • 1.4Objective of Study
  • 1.5Limitation of Study
  • 1.6Scope of Study
  • 1.7Significance of Study
  • 1.8Structure of the Research
  • 1.9Definition of Terms

Chapter TWO

LITERATURE REVIEW

  • 2.1Introduction to Literature Review
  • 2.2Historical Overview of Concrete Additives
  • 2.3Properties of Oil Palm Fiber
  • 2.4Previous Studies on Oil Palm Fiber in Concrete
  • 2.5Effects of Oil Palm Fiber on Concrete Strength
  • 2.6Sustainability Aspects of Oil Palm Fiber Use
  • 2.7Comparison with Other Concrete Additives
  • 2.8Challenges in Using Oil Palm Fiber in Concrete
  • 2.9Future Trends in Concrete Additives
  • 2.10Summary of Literature Review

Chapter THREE

SYSTEM DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION

  • 3.1Introduction to Research Methodology
  • 3.2Research Design and Approach
  • 3.3Sampling Techniques
  • 3.4Data Collection Methods
  • 3.5Data Analysis Methods
  • 3.6Experimental Setup
  • 3.7Variables and Controls
  • 3.8Ethical Considerations

Chapter FOUR

SYSTEM TESTING AND EVALUATION

  • 4.1Introduction to Discussion of Findings
  • 4.2Analysis of Experimental Results
  • 4.3Comparison with Expected Outcomes
  • 4.4Interpretation of Data
  • 4.5Relationship between Oil Palm Fiber and Concrete Strength
  • 4.6Practical Applications and Implications
  • 4.7Addressing Challenges in Implementation
  • 4.8Recommendations for Future Research

Chapter FIVE

SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

  • 5.1Conclusion and Summary
  • 5.2Recap of Research Objectives
  • 5.3Key Findings Overview
  • 5.4Contributions to Existing Knowledge
  • 5.5Practical Implications
  • 5.6Limitations and Areas for Improvement
  • 5.7Recommendations for Further Studies
  • 5.8Closing Remarks

Thesis Abstract

This study on strength development of concrete quality and properties using oil palm fiber was carried out to enhance and improve the quality and properties of concrete by using additive. Additive is substances added to fresh concrete to typically improve its properties. The research was conducted to establish the effect of oil palm fiber addition on workability, density and compressive strength of concrete. The mixes were prepared with fiber cement ratio of 0%, 0.25%, 0.50% and 1.0% respectively. A total of 16 concrete cubes. Specimens of 150mm X 150mm X 150mm were prepared for compressive strength testing after been cured in water for 7 days and 28 days. Workability of the concrete decreased with the increase in fiber content added to the mix. The result of density test shows that the highest density of 2.97g/cm3 was achieved when 0.25% fiber was added. Test results of compressive strength on concrete also demonstrated that of 19.6 N/mm2 and 25.65 N/mm2 addition of 0.25% fiber content to concrete gave the highest compressive strength. The compressive strengths with the addition of 0.25% fiber content gave higher values than the control mixes of both 7 days and 28 days. It is therefore recommended that 0.25% fiber can be added to concrete mix.

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