Due to the growing concerns of deforestation, renewable materials as recycled cellulosic
waste and non-wood fibres provide an alternative solution for partial replacement of wood …

This study was conceived to develop the optimum mix for cement-stabilized bamboo fiber–
reinforced clay bricks for low-cost farm settlements. The concept was concerned with the …

Gamma radiation shielding capability (GRSC) of the fabricated clay-polyethylene
composites designated A, B, C, D, E, F and G containing 0, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 wt …

Waste wigs are often disposed of in their volume in landfills, thus constituting a nuisance to
the environment. Recycling these wigs in masonry bricks is a way via which they can be …

This study aimed to investigate the influence of two alternative cellulosic materials: bamboo
organosolv pulp and recycled waste carton pulp, on the flexural strength, fracture toughness …

The growing green and ecological awareness has motivated researchers to develop new
innovative composite materials using bio-fiber. Bio-fiber composites are well known for their …

In order to meet sustainable development goals, global policies are strongly oriented
towards the recovery of local materials such as agricultural waste. In this context, a new …

This work concerns the technical study of implementation, thermal and mechanical
characterization of a composite material based on clay and plant fibers, in order to meet the …

Portland cement is a key component in the production of concrete blocks; however, its
production has an extensive carbon footprint that contributes towards climate change. In …

Rattan is an important non-wood forest product, which shows a natural gradient in its
structure from cane cortex to core. Toughness is its main characteristic, which is closely …