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Mechanical and Fracture Characterisation of an Earthen Material for Eco-Friendly Structural Applications

Authors : Camilla Ronchei, Daniela Scorza, Andrea Zanichelli, Sabrina Vantadori

Published in: Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Sustainable Development in Civil, Urban and Transportation Engineering

Publisher: Springer Nature Singapore

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This chapter delves into the mechanical and fracture characterization of shot-earth 772, an earthen material designed for eco-friendly structural applications. The study addresses the growing need for sustainable construction techniques that reduce energy consumption, carbon dioxide emissions, and environmental pollution. Shot-earth 772, composed of soil, aggregates, and cement, is tested for its compressive and flexural strengths, as well as its fracture toughness, using standardized methods and the Modified Two-Parameter Model. The experimental results demonstrate that shot-earth 772 exhibits mechanical properties similar to low-strength concrete, making it a viable alternative for structural applications. The chapter also discusses the preparation of shot-earth specimens, the testing procedures, and the analysis of fracture behavior, providing a thorough examination of this innovative material's potential in sustainable construction.
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Title
Mechanical and Fracture Characterisation of an Earthen Material for Eco-Friendly Structural Applications
Authors
Camilla Ronchei
Daniela Scorza
Andrea Zanichelli
Sabrina Vantadori
Copyright Year
2025
Publisher
Springer Nature Singapore
Book
Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Sustainable Development in Civil, Urban and Transportation Engineering

Print ISBN: 978-981-9793-99-0

Electronic ISBN: 978-981-9794-00-3

Copyright Year: 2025

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-9400-3_11