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@article{191093,
        author = {MISS. SNEHAL N. KUDALE and PROF. SHETE G.N.},
        title = {An Experimental Approach Investigating the Performance of Concrete with Natural vs Artificial Sand},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {5665-5671},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=191093},
        abstract = {This study presents an experimental investigation into the performance of concrete produced using natural sand and artificial sand as fine aggregates. The objective is to evaluate the feasibility of replacing natural sand with artificial sand while maintaining or improving concrete quality. A series of concrete mixes were prepared using natural sand and artificial sand under identical mix proportions. Standard laboratory tests were conducted to assess workability, compressive strength, split tensile strength, and flexural strength at different curing ages. The results indicate that concrete made with artificial sand exhibits comparable, and in some cases improved, mechanical strength when compared to natural sand concrete. Slight variations in workability were observed due to differences in particle shape and surface texture of the sands. The experimental findings suggest that artificial sand can serve as a reliable alternative to natural sand, offering advantages in terms of consistent quality and sustainable construction practices. This study supports the use of artificial sand as an effective solution to address the scarcity of natural sand in concrete production while ensuring structural performance and durability.},
        keywords = {Concrete, Natural Sand, Artificial Sand, Fine Aggregate, Mechanical Properties, Workability, Sustainable Construction etc.},
        month = {January},
        }