Journal article

Sustainable Cement Composite Integrating Waste Cellulose Fibre: A Comprehensive Review

S Fernando, C Gunasekara, A Shahpasandi, K Nguyen, M Sofi, S Setunge, P Mendis, MT Rahman

Polymers | MDPI | Published : 2023

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Abstract

This review presents the research conducted to date in the field of cement-based composites reinforced with waste paper-based cellulose fibres, focusing on their composition, mechanical properties, and durability characteristics. The literature demonstrates that the properties of raw material (depending on their own chemical composition) significantly influence the formation of the cement composite binders. When considering fresh properties, the presence of silica and magnesium compounds generally lead to favourable effects on the setting of the cement composite when combined with waste paper cellulose fibre. Reduction in density values, i.e., approximately 25%, was observed with the inclusi..

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