Suitability of green biomaterial (mycelium) for the construction sector in Singapore

• Main Author: Tan, Ernest Aik Leong
• Other Authors: Hortense Le Ferrand
• Format: Final Year Project
• Language: English
• Published: Nanyang Technological University 2023
• Subjects: Engineering::Mechanical engineering
• Online Access: https://hdl.handle.net/10356/166824
• Institution: Nanyang Technological University

This research aims to investigate the potential of mycelium as a replacement for conventional construction materials. The study draws upon existing research papers to analyze the properties of mycelium in comparison to conventional construction materials. The findings reveal that while mycelium may not be able to fully replace conventional construction materials in the current market in terms of mechanical properties, it exhibits promising functional properties such as thermal insulation and acoustics insulation that are on par. This suggests that mycelium could be a viable alternative in specific applications, particularly those that prioritize non-mechanical properties. At the same time, this study highlights the potential of mycelium as an environmentally friendly building material, which can be the answer to green initiatives for sustainable construction.