Effects of recycled sand on the properties and durability of polymer and cement based mortars
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2017.07.029
Abstract: Abstract This study aims to evaluate the effects of recycled sand, derived from the deconstruction of buildings, on rheological, physical and mechanical properties of epoxy resin mortar (PM) as well on its durability against chloride… read more here.
Keywords: cement based; sand; effects recycled; recycled sand ... See more keywords
Rammed earth walls repair by earth-based mortars: The adequacy to assess effectiveness
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2019.01.222
Abstract: Abstract Repairs in rammed earth walls are often necessary mainly because of degradation occurring during the life time of a building with continuous environmental exposure. The defects that arise in the walls are generally associated… read more here.
Keywords: based mortars; earth based; earth walls; rammed earth ... See more keywords
Micromechanics-based simulations of compressive and tensile testing on lime-based mortars
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DOI: 10.1016/j.mechmat.2016.11.011
Abstract: Abstract The purpose of this paper is to propose a continuum micromechanics model for the simulation of uniaxial compressive and tensile tests on lime-based mortars, in order to predict their stiffness, compressive and tensile strengths,… read more here.
Keywords: compressive tensile; lime based; based mortars; micromechanics based ... See more keywords
Biomineralisation to Increase Earth Infrastructure Resilience
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DOI: 10.3390/ma15072490
Abstract: The vulnerability of buildings and structures to rain and flooding due to a lack of adaptive capacity is an issue all over the world. Exploring the bio-resources availability and engineering performance is crucial to increase… read more here.
Keywords: earth based; increase; water; earth ... See more keywords