Investigation of the structural behavior of reinforced concrete beam with Perlite under the effect of monotonic load

When the existing structure stock is examined, it can be seen that the majority of buildings have reinforced concrete (RC) carrier systems. This case, combined with the increasing population and the increase in urbanization and industrialization, to be increased the need for concrete, which is the raw material of RC building production, day by day. In line with the stated need, the expected need must be met by taking into account both economic and ecological facts in concrete production without compromising the material mechanical properties of concrete (compressive strength, strain, ductility, etc. in concrete). Within the scope of the study, it is planned to fabricate a total of 4 RC beam specimens using both conventional and natural perlite aggregate. After the loading tests, the load-displacement relationship, energy consumption capacity and damage distributions of the specimens will be investigated. In the light of all test data, the usability of natural perlite aggregate in RC beams will be revealed.