[HTML][HTML] A comprehensive overview of jute fiber reinforced cementitious composites

H Song, J Liu, K He, W Ahmad - Case Studies in Construction Materials, 2021 - Elsevier
Natural fibers are eco-friendly, cost-effective, lightweight, renewable, have better thermal
properties and corrosion resistance capabilities. The addition of natural fibers in …

Inclusive characterization of 3D printed concrete (3DPC) in additive manufacturing: A detailed review

RD Riaz, M Usman, A Ali, U Majid, M Faizan… - … and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
This review paper aims to provide an inclusive characterization of the use of concrete in
additive manufacturing by exploring the various parameters that affect the extrudability …

[HTML][HTML] A comprehensive review on the use of natural fibers in cement/geopolymer concrete: A step towards sustainability

JA Abdalla, RA Hawileh, A Bahurudeen… - Case Studies in …, 2023 - Elsevier
The construction industry is shifting towards environmentally friendly products due to the
rising demand for non-renewable raw materials, their high energy consumption, and, most …

Performance of concrete reinforced with jute fibers (natural fibers): A review

J Ahmad, MM Arbili, A Majdi, F Althoey… - … Fibers and Fabrics, 2022 - journals.sagepub.com
Natural fibers are an excellent alternative since they are inexpensive and easily accessible
in fibrous form. Several researchers claim that jute fiber (JTF) can be used in concrete to …

Effect of fiber treatments on the sisal fiber properties and fiber–matrix bond in cement based systems

SR Ferreira, F de Andrade Silva, PRL Lima… - … and Building Materials, 2015 - Elsevier
This experimental research investigation aims to explain the influence of several treatments
on the sisal fiber properties and bonding strength with a cement based matrix free of calcium …

Effect of alkali treatment on physical–chemical properties of sisal fibers and adhesion towards cement-based matrices

R de Souza Castoldi, LMS de Souza, F Souto… - … and Building Materials, 2022 - Elsevier
This work aims to evaluate the effect of alkali treatment on sisal fibers to improve the fiber
properties and the effectiveness of their use as reinforcement in cement-based matrices …

Effect of hornification on the structure, tensile behavior and fiber matrix bond of sisal, jute and curauá fiber cement based composite systems

SR Ferreira, F de Andrade Silva, PRL Lima… - … and Building Materials, 2017 - Elsevier
Several fiber treatments are used to mitigate the high water absorption of vegetable fibers.
Wetting and drying cycles are usually performed in the industry of paper and cellulose to …

Experimental investigation on mechanical properties of jute fiber reinforced concrete under freeze-thaw conditions for pavement applications

M Affan, M Ali - Construction and Building Materials, 2022 - Elsevier
Freeze-thaw is one of the major hazards, which concrete pavements have to experience due
to fluctuation in sessional temperatures. Certain measures should be made at the time of …

On the mixed mode I/II fracture properties of jute fiber-reinforced concrete

A Razmi, MM Mirsayar - Construction and Building Materials, 2017 - Elsevier
In this paper, mixed mode I/II fracture toughness of jute fiber-reinforced concrete is
investigated experimentally using a large number of cracked semi-circular bend (SCB) …

Treatments of plant biomass for cementitious building materials–A review

LTT Vo, P Navard - Construction and Building Materials, 2016 - Elsevier
The use of plant biomass for developing energy efficient and low cost construction materials
is an emerging field in building construction and civil engineering. Although the biomass …