External radiation exposure of the Angolan population living in adobe houses
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DOI: 10.1007/s10967-019-06920-z
Abstract: This study aims to investigate the radioactivity of adobe in Angola, where it is a widely used building material. Sixty samples have been collected from three remote areas of the country with different geological backgrounds… read more here.
Keywords: external radiation; exposure angolan; radiation exposure; angolan population ... See more keywords
Dynamic behaviour of adobe bricks in compression: The role of fibres and water content at various loading rates
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2019.117038
Abstract: This paper presents the results of an experimental research aimed at assessing the material performance of adobe bricks in compression for a wide range of induced strain rates, from statics to high velocity impact. Adobe… read more here.
Keywords: adobe bricks; water; dynamic behaviour; bricks compression ... See more keywords
Improving the adobe material properties by laser material processing
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2020.118591
Abstract: Abstract Many of the old heritage buildings and even many current buildings in the world are made of adobe, which is a sustainable, inexpensive, and environmentally friendly material. The adobe buildings react harmoniously against gravity… read more here.
Keywords: strength; laser; adobe material; improving adobe ... See more keywords
Comparison of adobes from pre-history to-date
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jasrep.2017.02.009
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents a comparative study between prehistoric, traditional (19th–20th century) and contemporary adobe bricks from Cyprus. Reported experimental results include grain size distribution analyses, qualitative and/or quantitative mineralogical and chemical analyses, methylene blue… read more here.
Keywords: production; pre history; adobes pre; comparison adobes ... See more keywords
Numerical Approach to Model the Effect of Moisture in Adobe Masonry Walls Subjected to In-Plane Loading
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DOI: 10.1080/15583058.2017.1298010
Abstract: ABSTRACT This article proposes a numerical modeling approach to account for the weakening effect of moisture on the in-plane (lateral) resistance of adobe masonry walls. The approach uses a variable that links the water content… read more here.
Keywords: masonry walls; effect moisture; adobe masonry; adobe ... See more keywords
Study of Bamboo Physical Properties and its Application as Reinforcement in Adobe Structures
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DOI: 10.15866/irece.v8i4.12380
Abstract: This study is referred to the application of bamboo as a structural reinforcement in constructions with adobe. The main focus is the need of searching and using economical, safe and environment-friendly alternative construction materials because… read more here.
Keywords: physical properties; properties application; study bamboo; reinforcement ... See more keywords
Experiment on the Performance of Recycled Powder of Construction Waste on Adobe Materials
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings13051358
Abstract: With the widespread use of adobe materials in buildings, their durability can deteriorate under harsh weather conditions such as long-term low temperatures and rainfall, which can easily lead to safety accidents. This article takes adobe… read more here.
Keywords: performance; adobe materials; recycled powder; construction waste ... See more keywords
Adobe Blocks Reinforced with Vegetal Fibres: Mechanical and Thermal Characterisation
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings14082582
Abstract: The present study is based on the characterisation of adobe blocks of the central region of Portugal. It is recognised that the safeguarding of the existing building stock of constructions in the traditional adobe construction… read more here.
Keywords: area; adobe; characterisation; adobe blocks ... See more keywords
Performance Optimization of Flood Sediment Adobe Bricks Through Natural Additive Integration
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings15193508
Abstract: This study addresses critical knowledge gaps in adobe construction by systematically investigating soil mineralogy–additive effectiveness relationships and developing dual-additive optimization strategies for flood sediment valorization. Four Thai soil types—Nakhon Pathom (NPT), Sisaket (SSK), Uttaradit (UTT),… read more here.
Keywords: adobe; performance; soil; flood sediment ... See more keywords
Characterisation of Adobe and Mud–Straw for the Restoration and Rehabilitation of Persian Historical Adobe Buildings
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DOI: 10.3390/ma17081764
Abstract: In the restoration or rehabilitation of traditional buildings, compatible materials with known characteristics must be used. However, the existing literature lacks comprehensive studies on the characterisation of Persian mud–straw plaster, focusing primarily on Persian adobe.… read more here.
Keywords: adobe; straw plaster; adobe mud; mud straw ... See more keywords
Evaluation of Reinforced Adobe Techniques for Sustainable Reconstruction in Andean Seismic Zones
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DOI: 10.3390/su13094955
Abstract: This research presents a methodological process for selecting the most appropriate construction technique for the reconstruction of housing after a seismic disaster in a rural and heritage context. This process, which is applicable to a… read more here.
Keywords: reconstruction; adobe; evaluation reinforced; reinforced adobe ... See more keywords