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This study enhanced ferrocement composite panels (FCPs) with perlite lightweight aggregate (LWA) and multiple rib lath layers. Optimizing these elements significantly boosts load-bearing capacity for lightweight construction.

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  • Materials Science
  • Structural Engineering
  • Composite Materials

Background:

  • Ferrocement composite panels (FCPs) are versatile building materials.
  • Lightweight aggregates (LWA) can improve FCP properties.
  • Reinforcement strategies are key to enhancing structural performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the structural behavior of FCPs with expanded perlite LWA.
  • To investigate the impact of varying perlite content and rib lath layers on FCP performance.
  • To determine optimal configurations for high-strength, lightweight applications.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of twelve lightweight FCPs with varying perlite LWA (55%, 35%, 15%) and rib lath layers (1, 2, or 3).
  • Three-point flexural loading tests.
  • Structural response analysis using digital image correlation (DIC) and thin plate theory.

Main Results:

  • Increasing rib lath layers significantly improved first crack load (Fcr) by 11-224% and ultimate load (Fu) by 18-76%.
  • Perlite LWA enhanced deflection at first crack by 29% and ultimate load by 26%.
  • DIC identified transverse strain (εxx) as a sensitive indicator for early crack detection; Taguchi optimization showed rib lath layers had a greater impact than perlite content.

Conclusions:

  • A three-layer FCP system with 15% perlite replacement offers optimized load-bearing capacity and flexibility.
  • This configuration is suitable for high-strength, lightweight applications like modular buildings and prefabricated elements.
  • The study provides valuable insights for designing advanced composite building materials.