Formulating and optimizing the compressive strength of a raw earth concrete by mixture design
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2017.12.088
Abstract: Abstract Earthen construction is one of the most common construction technique used since the earliest times. The raw material is abundant, requires very low energy to manufacture and does not generate waste. Building today with… read more here.
Keywords: strength; earth concrete; mixture design; raw earth ... See more keywords
Ductility analysis of vegetal-fiber reinforced raw earth concrete by mixture design
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2019.117829
Abstract: Abstract Building construction technology by raw earth materials is already known and used since ancient times. The raw earth material is abundant, low cost, requires very low energy to manufacture and does not generate waste.… read more here.
Keywords: ductility analysis; mixture design; raw earth; ductility ... See more keywords
Earth buildings with local materials: Assessing the variability of properties measured using non-destructive methods
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2021.122613
Abstract: Abstract The study focuses on analysing the variability of the properties for earthen materials constructed with traditional methods. Non-destructive tests are conducted on two material formulations: raw earth and raw earth mixed with hemp shives… read more here.
Keywords: variability properties; buildings local; non destructive; raw earth ... See more keywords
Combined and synergic effect of algerian natural fibres and biopolymers on the reinforcement of extruded raw earth
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2021.123211
Abstract: Abstract This paper deals with the development of sustainable building earth-based materials. More precisely, it addresses the study of the reinforcement of raw earth with natural fibres originated from Algeria (diss and date palm tree… read more here.
Keywords: date palm; synergic effect; earth; natural fibres ... See more keywords
Experimental Raw Earth Building for Passive Cooling: A Case Study for Agricultural Application in a Mediterranean Climate
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings15152603
Abstract: Residential and agricultural buildings must prioritize environmental sustainability, employing locally sourced, bio/geologically sustainable materials, and reversible construction methods. Hence, adobe construction and earth-based building methods are experiencing a comeback. This article describes the hygrothermal performances… read more here.
Keywords: passive cooling; earth; raw earth; mediterranean climate ... See more keywords
The Impact of Earth-Based Building in Residential Environments on Human Emotional Relief Using EEG + VR + LEC Method
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings15183280
Abstract: Urbanization exacerbates mental health challenges, prompting the exploration of biophilic design solutions. This study examined the therapeutic potential of raw earth through its thermal interactions in architecture. First, energy consumption simulations established distinct indoor temperature… read more here.
Keywords: building; earth; raw earth; earth based ... See more keywords