Simplified modeling of rubberized concrete properties using multivariable regression analysis

Abstract

The studies on rubberized concrete have increased dramatically over the last few years due to being an environmentally friendly material with enhanced vibration behavior and energy dissipation capabilities. Nevertheless, multiple resources in the literature have reported reductions in its mechanical properties directly proportional to the rubber content. Over the last few years, various mathematical models have been proposed to estimate rubberized concrete properties using artificial intelligence, machine learning, and fuzzy logic-based methods. However, these models are relatively complicated and require higher computation efforts than multivariable regression ones when it comes to the daily usage of practicing engineers. Additionally, most of the study has mainly focused on the compressive strength of rubberized concrete and rarely went into more details considering other properties and sample sizes. Therefore, this study focuses on developing simple yet accurate rubberized concrete multivariable regression models that can be generalized for various mixtures of rubberized concrete considering different sample sizes.

Experimental Techniques for Testing the Properties of Construction Materials

“…Heat is applied and the difference in heat flow between the sample and reference is measured Glass transition, crystallization, melting points ASTM D3418 [45]; BS EN ISO 11357 [46]; EN ISO 11357 [47] Thermal Conductivity Test Evaluate the material's ability to conduct heat Steady-state or transient methods to measure heat flow Thermal conductivity value ASTM C518 [48]; BS EN 12667 [49]; EN 12667 [50] Thermal Expansion [51]; BS EN ISO 11359 [52]; EN ISO 11359 [53] Hot Disk Thermal Traditional materials such as concrete, steel, and timber are increasingly being augmented or replaced by innovative composites, smart materials, and sustainable alternatives. These new materials promise not only enhanced performance but also reduced environmental impacts [118]. As a result, it become more practical to construct structures with improved performance at reduced costs or impacts [119].…”