Dynamic non-linear Mohr–Coulomb strength criterion for hybrid basalt–polypropylene fibre-reinforced concrete under impact loading

Variations in the dynamic triaxial strength of hybrid basalt–polypropylene fibre-reinforced concrete (HBPRC) with strain rate and confining pressure were investigated, and a dynamic non-linear Mohr–Coulomb (M–C) strength criterion for HBPRC was established. The results showed that the dynamic strength of HBPRC increased non-linearly with the strain rate and confining pressure; however, the strain rate effect decreased with an increase in the confining pressure. The restraint effect of the basalt fibre and polypropylene fibre on the cracks enhanced the strain rate effect of the dynamic strength of concrete. The cohesion of HBPRC increased with the strain rate and confining pressure but decreased with an increase in the amount of fibre monofilaments. However, the internal friction angle showed a reverse trend. The established dynamic non-linear M–C strength criterion reflected the relationship of the dynamic strength of HBPRC with the confining pressure and strain rate, as well as the effect of fibre content on dynamic strength. The less average standard deviation and the tangential relationship between the strength envelope and the Mohr’s circle of stress demonstrated the applicability of the established dynamic non-linear M–C strength criterion.