Exploring the Feasibility of Repurposing Waste Rice Husk and Old Newspaper as Fiber Composites for Concrete Enhancement


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Prashant Gondane , Yash Gawai , Aditya Dalvi , Akash Kokare , "Exploring the Feasibility of Repurposing Waste Rice Husk and Old Newspaper as Fiber Composites for Concrete Enhancement", VIVA-IJRI Volume 1, Issue 7, Article civil_04, pp. 1-7, 2024. Published by Civil Engineering Department, VIVA Institute of Technology, Virar, India.

Abstract

“This study explores an innovative approach to produce fiber-cement panels for prefabricated building panels by incorporating waste rice husks and old newspapers. This eco-friendly method not only addresses waste management issues but also provides a cost-effective solution to the construction industry. With growing environmental concerns, natural fibers have garnered significant attention in recent years. This research focuses on utilizing rice husks, an agricultural byproduct, as a natural fiber for bio composites, offering an economical and sustainable alternative to conventional engineering materials. Additionally, the study examines the suitability of rice husks as fibers with various polymers, along with different modification techniques to enhance their mechanical properties. The research provides insights into the manufacturing process of rice husk-based bio composites, offering valuable information on potential future applications. The findings suggest that incorporating rice husks and old newspapers into natural fiber cement boards for building partitions is a feasible option. By developing products based on natural fiber-reinforced composites, traditional engineering materials can be replaced with alternatives that offer low cost, low density, competitive specific mechanical properties, and sustainability, making them suitable for the construction industry. However, numerous challenges remain, necessitating further research and development in this field.

Keywords

Cement Fiber Panel, Rice Husk, Old Newspaper, Economical, Building Partition, Physical Properties.

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