Suitability of jute fiber in the production of eco-friendly building block
Abstract Bricks have been a construction mainstay for centuries, valued for durability, strength, fire resistance, and cost-effectiveness. However, conventional brick production poses environmental challenges, including deforestation, soil erosion, air pollution, and CO₂ emissions, which contribute...
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| description | Abstract Bricks have been a construction mainstay for centuries, valued for durability, strength, fire resistance, and cost-effectiveness. However, conventional brick production poses environmental challenges, including deforestation, soil erosion, air pollution, and CO₂ emissions, which contribute to global warming. This study investigates the potential of jute fiber-reinforced building blocks as a sustainable alternative. Blocks were produced with three jute fiber ratios (0.125%, 0.25%, and 0.5%), labeled J1, J2, and J3, alongside a control (J0), using two cement-to-sand ratios, 1:6 (Mix- A) and 1:4.5 (Mix-B). Admixtures were included to enhance properties. Results showed that blocks with 0.125% jute fiber in Mix-B achieved the highest compressive strength of 22.7 MPa, representing an improvement of 4% to 20% over other mixes and meeting Grade A standards as per BDS 208:2009. Additionally, the maximum split tensile strength was 2.55 MPa for Mix-B with 0.25% jute fiber, while Mix-A achieved 1.37 MPa with 0.125% jute content, marking a 50% to 75% increase in tensile strength compared to plain mixes. Moreover, the second-lowest absorption capacities for blocks with 0.125% jute fiber were 6.65% for Mix-A and 3.45% for Mix-B, slightly higher than those of the control specimens. Lastly, cost analysis shows that the average costs of Mix-A and Mix-B are 11.5 BDT and 13 BDT, respectively, which align with the PWD market price for 1st class bricks. This research supports jute fiber-reinforced blocks as a viable, sustainable alternative in construction, offering a promising approach to reduce environmental impact. Graphical Abstract |
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| spelling | doaj-art-7624018530854a058ac723971f9b07c52025-01-12T12:39:20ZengSpringerDiscover Civil Engineering2948-15462025-01-012111410.1007/s44290-025-00160-9Suitability of jute fiber in the production of eco-friendly building blockSumaya Sadia Toha0Md. Golam Mostofa1Md. Moinul Islam2Md. Saiful Islam3Department of Civil Engineering, Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET)Department of Civil Engineering, Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET)Department of Civil Engineering, Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET)Department of Civil Engineering, East West UniversityAbstract Bricks have been a construction mainstay for centuries, valued for durability, strength, fire resistance, and cost-effectiveness. However, conventional brick production poses environmental challenges, including deforestation, soil erosion, air pollution, and CO₂ emissions, which contribute to global warming. This study investigates the potential of jute fiber-reinforced building blocks as a sustainable alternative. Blocks were produced with three jute fiber ratios (0.125%, 0.25%, and 0.5%), labeled J1, J2, and J3, alongside a control (J0), using two cement-to-sand ratios, 1:6 (Mix- A) and 1:4.5 (Mix-B). Admixtures were included to enhance properties. Results showed that blocks with 0.125% jute fiber in Mix-B achieved the highest compressive strength of 22.7 MPa, representing an improvement of 4% to 20% over other mixes and meeting Grade A standards as per BDS 208:2009. Additionally, the maximum split tensile strength was 2.55 MPa for Mix-B with 0.25% jute fiber, while Mix-A achieved 1.37 MPa with 0.125% jute content, marking a 50% to 75% increase in tensile strength compared to plain mixes. Moreover, the second-lowest absorption capacities for blocks with 0.125% jute fiber were 6.65% for Mix-A and 3.45% for Mix-B, slightly higher than those of the control specimens. Lastly, cost analysis shows that the average costs of Mix-A and Mix-B are 11.5 BDT and 13 BDT, respectively, which align with the PWD market price for 1st class bricks. This research supports jute fiber-reinforced blocks as a viable, sustainable alternative in construction, offering a promising approach to reduce environmental impact. Graphical Abstracthttps://doi.org/10.1007/s44290-025-00160-9Jute fiberAlkaline activatorMercerizationAdmixtureBuilding block |
| spellingShingle | Sumaya Sadia Toha Md. Golam Mostofa Md. Moinul Islam Md. Saiful Islam Suitability of jute fiber in the production of eco-friendly building block Discover Civil Engineering Jute fiber Alkaline activator Mercerization Admixture Building block |
| title | Suitability of jute fiber in the production of eco-friendly building block |
| title_full | Suitability of jute fiber in the production of eco-friendly building block |
| title_fullStr | Suitability of jute fiber in the production of eco-friendly building block |
| title_full_unstemmed | Suitability of jute fiber in the production of eco-friendly building block |
| title_short | Suitability of jute fiber in the production of eco-friendly building block |
| title_sort | suitability of jute fiber in the production of eco friendly building block |
| topic | Jute fiber Alkaline activator Mercerization Admixture Building block |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1007/s44290-025-00160-9 |
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