Fibers are derived from natural resources and are an important commodity utilized by the
textile industry. When current supply and future demand are considered, repurposing …

Fibers obtained from different parts of the oil palm tree (Elaeis guineensis) have been under
investigation for possible use in construction. Studies have been carried out investigating …

Carrier compounds besides the type of bacteria for microbial induced calcite precipitation
are equally important in self-healing concrete. This study investigates the potential utilization …

The need for standard construction materials is increasing each day due to the pressure
faced by construction sectors for achieving an enhanced growth and sustainable …

This research determines the static compressive, split tensile and flexural strengths as well
as dynamic stress, strain and toughness of fibre-reinforced concrete (FRC) at strain rates of …

Concrete is a material with high compressive strength, but predisposed to shrinkage
cracking, rapid cracks propagation, and brittle failures. The incorporation of fibre is an …

Many countries alongside equator will experience excessive solar radiation, regardless the
top and four sides of the buildings' surfaces. Due to the modern architectural concept and …

The need to use sustainable materials for construction is growing. This study investigated
the effect of incorporating 0.5 and 1% coir fibre content on the workability, density …

Reinforcement of concrete is necessary to enhance its engineering properties. For this
study, coconut fibres were used as they are freely available in large quantities. The study …

Utilisation of agricultural waste material in concrete enhances the properties of concrete. To
study this phenomenon concrete made of fly ash, coconut fibre and coir fibre for M40 was …