Research Article

Optimization of Mix Proportions for Novel Dry Stack Interlocking Concrete Blocks Using ANN

Table 4

Properties of fly ash.

MaterialPhysical propertiesTest result

Fly ashNormal consistency (%)31.5
Initial consistency setting time (min)192
Final setting time (min)428
Strength index with cement56.2
Dry density (g/cc)1.3
PlasticityNonplastic