Biomaterials technology and policies in the building sector: a review

L Chen, Y Zhang, Z Chen, Y Dong, Y Jiang… - Environmental …, 2024‏ - Springer
Traditional building materials have some drawbacks in the construction industry, particularly
in terms of greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption. Biomaterials derived from …

A comprehensive review on fiber-reinforced polymer composites: Raw materials to applications, recycling, and waste management

B De, M Bera, D Bhattacharjee, BC Ray… - Progress in Materials …, 2024‏ - Elsevier
Abstract Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composite has played a crucial role in replacing
metals in numerous applications due to its superior properties and ease of manufacturing …

A review of recent developments in application of plant fibers as reinforcements in concrete

H Wu, A Shen, Q Cheng, Y Cai, G Ren, H Pan… - Journal of Cleaner …, 2023‏ - Elsevier
Owing to growing environmental awareness, significant attention is being focused on plant
fibers as inexpensive alternatives to polymeric fibers. Plant fibers used in concrete are eco …

Recent advances in the use of natural fibers in civil engineering structures

K Saini, VA Matsagar, VR Kodur - Construction and Building Materials, 2024‏ - Elsevier
The recent boom in the construction sector, either for building new infrastructures or for
retrofitting and strengthening of old structures, has placed a great demand for conventional …

Biodegradable polymers and composites: Recent development and challenges

AK Maurya, FM de Souza, T Dawsey… - Polymer …, 2024‏ - Wiley Online Library
Biodegradable polymers are highly sought after as they have the potential to reduce the
issue of plastic waste and eventually lead to a circular economy. Yet, conciliating eco …

[HTML][HTML] Natural fibers as reinforcement of mortar and concrete: a systematic review from Central and South American regions.

G García, R Cabrera, J Rolón, R Pichardo… - Journal of Building …, 2024‏ - Elsevier
This study examines recent research on mortar and concrete reinforced with natural fibers
(NF). NF are a sustainable, eco-friendly alternative to conventional fibers, offering a way to …

[HTML][HTML] Review on the durability of eco-friendly engineering cementitious composite (ECC)

ED Shumuye, W Li, G Fang, Z Wang, J Liu… - Case Studies in …, 2023‏ - Elsevier
A comprehensive manual review of the use of slag and fly ash in engineered cement-based
composites (ECBCs) was conducted. The extensive use of supplementary cementitious …

Performance and mechanism of a novel biopolymer binder for clayey soil stabilization: Mechanical properties and microstructure characteristics

J Liu, W Che, X Lan, M Hu, M Qi, Z Song, M Sun… - Transportation …, 2023‏ - Elsevier
In this study, a novel stabilization approach using locust bean gum (LBG) was proposed to
enhance the strength properties of natural soil. A series of laboratory tests were first …

Experimental and numerical study of shear strengthening of reinforced concrete beams using jute fiber reinforced polymers (JFRP)

MH Makhlouf, AH Abdel-kareem, MT Mohamed… - Journal of Building …, 2024‏ - Elsevier
In the construction industry, reinforced concrete (RC) structures are externally strengthened
using bonded steel plates, Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP), and Glass Fiber …

Effective mechanical properties evaluation of unidirectional and bidirectional composites using virtual domain approach at microscale

Y Elmoghazy, EMO Abuelgasim… - Archives of …, 2023‏ - ojs.bonviewpress.com
In this investigation, a 3D micromechanical modeling methodology based on different types
of unit cell configuration and representative volume element (RVE) is used to capture the …