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Characteristics of LMRC Beams Under Monotonic and Cyclic Loading: An Experimental Study

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In this study, the result of the experimental investigation on the flexural behaviour of latex modified reinforced concrete (LMRC) beams of M40 grade concrete, under cyclic loading, has been presented. Sixteen numbers of RC (reinforced concrete) and LMRC beams, containing latex 10% and 15% by weight of cement, along with control specimens (cubes) have been tested. The load–deflection envelope curves, common point curves and stability point curves are established for LMRC beams and compared with those of RC beams. A quantitative comparison made on significant loading stages is summarized. It is found that LMRC beams depict superior properties over RC beams.

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Prasad, B.K. Characteristics of LMRC Beams Under Monotonic and Cyclic Loading: An Experimental Study. J. Inst. Eng. India Ser. A 100, 547–558 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40030-019-00388-6

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