Drain cover of steel fibre-reinforced concrete VS. rebar: which is better? / Donald Joseph ... [et.al]

The purpose of this study is to present empirical data that supports the feasibility of Steel Fibre-Reinforced Concrete (SFRC) as a long-lasting and effective drainage cover option. The compressive strength and split tensile strength of the material are significantly improved with the addition of 1% steel fibre. The research provides insightful information on the structural performance and viability of SFRC as an environmentally friendly substitute for traditional concrete drainage covers in urban infrastructure. The present study tackles the constraints associated with traditional materials and presents novel approaches in the fields of civil engineering and construction. For every specimen, the concrete mix was designed to have a 28-day strength of 30 MPa.