Investigation of Electrical Conductivity of Fly Ash Based Waste Aluminum Chips Reinforced Alkalis Activated Mortars

Abstract

In this study, the effect of waste aluminum reinforcement on electrical conductivity was investigated in the alkaline activated mortar samples produced using fly ash. In the preparation of the mortar samples, aluminum waste was substituted at 0%-10%-15% and 20% by weight of the binder ratio. It is seen that the use of substitute aluminum waste as additive waste according to cement weight has a negative effect on both the workability and strength of the concrete. It was found that the added material did not improve the overall quality of the concrete. It was also revealed that it is a weaker and less machinable material. However, it has been observed to be quite good in terms of electrical conductivity. It has also been found that the use of these materials leads to some reduction in machinability or strength. However, it is thought to have some benefits in terms of sustainability or cost effectiveness.