Multi-scale Engineered Strain Hardened Cement Composite – for Structural Upgradation

• The developed technology can be used to upgrade the static and dynamic performance of the existing structures.
• Non-FRP based scheme for upgradation, thereby, the problems associated with the conventional upgradation schemes like compatibility issues with the parent material can be resolved
• Its cost to performance ratio is very attractive

• The developed multi-scale engineered strain hardened cement composite has a huge potential to upgrade the performance of existing concrete structures
• Due to the high energy absorption capability and high ductility, the technology can also be used in seismic upgradation of structures located in the earthquake prone region
• The technology can be used to upgrade structures ranging from bridges to high rise buildings
• Due to the efficient design, low cost to performance ratio and high durability, this technology will be a game changer in the domain of retrofitting/upgradation of reinforced concrete/prestressed concrete structure

• Fibers of three distinctly different length scales have been used
• Possess high strength (20MPa) and high ductility (deformation ductility index of 18-20) – two contradicting features for cement composite
• The rotational capacity is extremely high of the order 10˚
• Undergoes strain hardening after peak load – a metal like behavior provides unique advantage
• Improves both the static and cyclic performance of structures