Influence of coir random fibre length on concrete: mechanical properties

• Main Authors: Misnon, Noor Aina, Che Osmi, Siti Khadijah, Shahidan, Shahiron, Chouw, N.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: CREAM-CIDB 2017
• Subjects: TH1000-1725 Systems of building construction. Including fireproof construction, concrete construction
• Online Access: http://eprints.uthm.edu.my/3651/1/AJ%202017%20%28488%29.pdf; http://eprints.uthm.edu.my/3651/
• Institution: Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Incorporating coconut fibre in construction materials is gaining more interest nowadays, mainly due to its toughness and environmental friendliness. Previous studies on the development of Coconut Fibre Reinforced Concrete (CFRC) have revealed that an addition of coconut fibres can significantly enha...