This paper focuses on the characterization of the hydric properties of a new construction
system in masonry structures composed of extruded earth bricks, geopolymer binder and …

Three different basic mixtures were prepared, by mechanical compaction, with different
types of clays: quarry fine, kaolinite, and bentonite. Two groups of mixtures were studied, the …

The effect of product characteristics and processing conditions on the initial rate of water
absorption of 15 clay bricks was investigated and the influence of porosimetric parameters …

The development of agricultural waste–doped fired bricks is an important step toward
achieving lightweight eco-efficient bricks with improved thermal insulation property. Recent …

The present study investigates the relationship between bulk density and hygrothermal
behaviour of compressed earthen bricks. The experimental results show that the thermal …

The research presented in this paper investigated the mechanical behavior of bricks
subjected to moisture and salt crystallization, and aimed at determining the mechanical …

Fired clay brick samples, obtained from a group of seven high‐status late‐medieval and post‐
medieval buildings in England ranging in age from c. ad 1390 to 1740, were dated by the …

In recent years, energy efficient and ecologically friendly buildings have been important in
the housing and construction sector. One of the major barriers to producing good and useful …

Biodeterioration caused by filamentous fungi is often a threat to the architectural heritage (ie
tombs and historic sites). To specifically understand the deterioration phenomena caused by …

Due to the high competitiveness of the ceramic product market, quality and technical
requirement are increasing. The efflorescence problem is a phenomenon that affects the …