[HTML][HTML] Recent developments on natural fiber concrete: A review of properties, sustainability, applications, barriers, and opportunities

L Chen, Z Chen, Z **e, L Wei, J Hua, L Huang… - Developments in the …, 2023 - Elsevier
To reduce the carbon footprint of traditional concrete materials, natural fiber concrete is vital.
This study systematically analyzed 196 peer-reviewed papers using the literature review …

[HTML][HTML] Structural properties of concrete reinforced with bamboo fibers: a review

J Ahmad, Z Zhou, AF Deifalla - Journal of materials research and …, 2023 - Elsevier
Bamboo fibers show promising results in terms of concrete strength and avoid unavoidable
brittle failure. However, an updated assessment is needed which collects all the relevant …

Natural fibres and biopolymers in FRP composites for strengthening concrete structures: A mixed review

CO Nwankwo, J Mahachi, DO Olukanni… - … and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
Fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) laminates/sheets have been used to retrofit concrete
structures. Increased global awareness of environmental protection needs and recent …

[HTML][HTML] A study of mechanical properties and performance of bamboo fiber/polymer composites

K Mohammed, R Zulkifli, MFM Tahir, TS Gaaz - Results in Engineering, 2024 - Elsevier
In recent years, bamboo seems to have attracted the attention of researchers due to its
advantages over synthetic polymers including being renewable, environmentally friendly …

Enhancement of reinforced concrete durability and performance by bamboo and basalt fibres

DM Ali, SC Chin, C Bao, J Gimbun - Physics and Chemistry of the Earth …, 2024 - Elsevier
This paper presents the mechanical characteristics and durability of concrete reinforced with
basalt and bamboo fibres. The study involved testing specimens that were cured for varying …

Analysis of mechanical properties and failure mechanism of bamboo aggregate concrete

X Chen, H Zhu, J Zhu, X Yang - Construction and Building Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
Abstract Bamboo Aggregate Concrete (BAC), as a novel construction material, has garnered
attention due to its environmental sustainability. However, research on the mechanical …

Porous asphalt mixtures enriched with bamboo fibers as a new approach for future sustainable construction

SM Shahnewaz, KA Masri, NAAA Ghani… - … and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
Porous Asphalt (PA) is a highly permeable asphalt surface used to create and maintain
permeable pavements for storm water management and runoff reduction. Under the impacts …

[HTML][HTML] Structural performance of fire-damaged concrete beams retrofitted using bamboo fiber laminates

PO Awoyera, A Akin-Adeniyi, A Bahrami… - Results in …, 2024 - Elsevier
Fire-induced damage is a serious threat to the structural integrity of reinforced concrete (RC)
beams, necessitating an effective retrofitting strategy to restore and improve their …

[HTML][HTML] The orientation effect of opening and internal strengthening on shear performance of deep concrete beam using recycled tyre steel fibres

DS Augustino, C Kabubo, C Kanali, RO Onchiri - Results in Engineering, 2022 - Elsevier
A deep concrete beam is a structural member that transfers heavy loads from the introduced
column (s) due to a change of function layout of a particular floor in the building. Due to its …

Effect of Stacking Sequence on Mechanical Properties of Bamboo/Bagasse Composite Fiber for Automobile Seat Cushions and Upholstery Application

L Natrayan, SK Ashok, S Kaliappan, P Kumar - 2024 - sae.org
Researchers have chosen to study natural fibers instead of synthetic fibers since low-cost
and ecologically favorable materials are required. The present research concentrates on the …