Strength and Durability-Related Properties of High Performance Concrete with Mineral and Chemical Admixtures

The paper presents experimental studies conducted on two grades of High Performance Concrete (HPC) mixes of M50 and M60 using mineral and chemical admixtures in various proportions. The main purpose of this investigation is to develop confidence among user agencies in India to use mineral and chemical admixtures in a desirable proportion in most of the construction works. Overall, the paper highlights the usage of admixtures to achieve high strength concrete mixes and from the experimental investigation, it is clear that mineral admixtures contribute effectively a lot not only for achieving durability but also high strength.