Abstract- Paver blocks are widely used in pavement construction due to their durability, ease of installation, low maintenance, and aesthetic appearance. However, conventional concrete paver blocks suffer from certain limitations such as low tensile strength, brittle behavior, and susceptibility to cracking under heavy loads and impact forces. These limitations reduce their service life and increase maintenance requirements, especially in areas subjected to repeated traffic loading. In order to overcome these drawbacks, the present study focuses on improving the strength characteristics of paver blocks by incorporating chicken mesh as reinforcement. Chicken mesh is a lightweight, flexible, and economical material made of galvanized steel wires arranged in a hexagonal pattern. It is easily available in the market and can be effectively used as a reinforcing material to enhance the tensile behavior and crack resistance of concrete. In this experimental investigation, concrete paver blocks were prepared using conventional materials such as cement, fine aggregate, coarse aggregate, and water. Chicken mesh was introduced as reinforcement in different percentages, namely 0%, 1%, 2%, and 3%, to study its effect on the mechanical properties of paver blocks. The specimens were cast using standard moulds and cured for different durations of 7 days, 14 days, and 28 days under controlled conditions. The performance of the paver blocks was evaluated by conducting various laboratory tests, including compressive strength test, flexural strength test, and water absorption test. The results obtained from these tests were analyzed and compared to determine the effectiveness of chicken mesh reinforcement. The experimental results indicate that the incorporation of chicken mesh significantly improves the strength and durability of paver blocks. The compressive strength of reinforced paver blocks was found to increase with the addition of chicken mesh up to an optimum level of 2%, beyond which a slight decrease in strength was observed due to improper compaction and increased void formation. Similarly, flexural strength showed a considerable improvement, indicating enhanced resistance to bending and cracking. The water absorption of reinforced paver blocks was also reduced, demonstrating improved density and durability.
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