Any variation in temperature alters the dimensions of a concrete structure and provokes
thermal stress. Moreover, the propagation of micro-cracking decreases the strength of …

Flax fiber has been used extensively in the production of textiles (eg, clothing, household
linens, and upholstery); however flax shives, as a by-product of the fiber extraction process …

An energy efficient and sustainable composite building material based on rape straw and
environment-friendly adhesive is designed. Bone glue with sodium lignosulfonate is used as …

A hygrothermal characterization of new construction materials, namely unstabilized and
Posidonia oceanica fiber stabilized compressed earth blocks, were studied in this work. In …

This paper presents an experimental investigation of the hygrothermal and mechanical
properties of innovative mortar mixtures reinforced with natural fibers. Fibers extracted from …

The aim of the work is to investigate the consequences of the addition of the flaxseed
mucilage, as a bio-admixture, on Portland cement materials. Flaxseed mucilage (FM) which …

Bone glue is a protein-based adhesive made from collagen of bones. Its formation with
sodium lignosulfonate leads to strong bindings necessary for its adhesive properties. Bone …

This paper presents an experimental investigation of the hygrothermal and mechanical
properties of innovative mortar mixtures reinforced with natural fibers. Fibers extracted from …

In the context of global changes in the world, the use of vegetal resources in composite
materials is an alternative solution to the exploitation of fossil resources. However, the …

The impact of predicted climate change on drought-sensitive soils in Flanders is expected to
induce severe challenges in future agriculture. This impact could be countered by the …