A Study on Transparent Concrete : A Novel Material To Explore Construction Sector

Nowadays, the space between building is reduced due to globalization and the construction of high-rise buildings.This leads to increase in the use of non-renewable energy sources, thus, and there is a requirement of new construction technique like green buildings and indoor thermal system.This project focuses on the development and evaluation of transparent concrete, a novel construction material that incorporates light-transmitting optical fibers into a standard concrete matrix.This project aims to develop and analyze transparent concrete as a sustainable and functional construction material.The primary goals are to harness natural daylight to reduce artificial lighting costs in buildings, and to integrate smart sensing capabilities using optical fibers for structural health monitoring.This research will evaluate the mechanical performance of transparent concrete by testing its compressive and tensile strengths, comparing various mix designs including those with different percentages of optical fibers or partial cement replacement with glass powder.Additionally, the project will quantify the material's light-transmitting properties to assess its efficiency in daylighting applications, such as for facade materials, partition walls, and interior cladding.The findings will provide data on the material's viability for both aesthetic and structural purposes, contributing to the development of smart and green building technologies.