Investigation of the effects of different natural fibers on the strength of compressed stabilized earth blocks (Cseb)

• Main Authors: Lejano, Bernardo A., Pineda, Kyle Solomon D.
• Format: text
• Published: Animo Repository 2018
• Subjects: Abaca (Fiber); Plant fibers; Agaves; Response surfaces (Statistics); Civil Engineering
• Online Access: https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/faculty_research/1244; https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2243&context=faculty_research
• Institution: De La Salle University

This study investigates the most effective combination of natural fibers (namely coconut coir, abaca, and maguey) used as reinforcement for Compressed Stabilized Earth Blocks (CSEB). Portland cement and 0.25% fibers by weight were used to stabilize and reinforce CSEB, respectively. The blocks were m...