Comprehensive review on sustainable fiber reinforced concrete incorporating recycled textile waste

Tran, Nghia P.; Gunasekara, Chamila; Houshyar, Shadi; Setunge, Sujeeva; Ćwirzeń, Andrzej

doi:10.1080/21650373.2021.1875273

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“…Regarding the mechanical properties of TW fiber-reinforced concrete, some studies have investigated concrete reinforced with nylon or polypropylene fibers recycled from carpet [28]. In the literature, the engineering of concrete has, in most cases, enhanced properties such as tensile and flexural strength whilst others such as compressive strength, workability, and elastic modulus have declined [29][30][31][32][33].…”

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“…In the literature, the engineering of concrete has, in most cases, enhanced properties such as tensile and flexural strength whilst others such as compressive strength, workability, and elastic modulus have declined [29][30][31][32][33]. The inclusion of recycled textile fibers was observed to influence the mechanical performance of concrete through a bridging action against crack propagation and redistribution of the porous matrix structure toward a more uniform structure [28,34]. Nonetheless, the use of a high dosage of waste fibers leads to an agglomeration effect which, in turn, causes the formation of voids and entrapped air, thereby diminishing the concrete's properties [35].…”

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A Textile Waste Fiber-Reinforced Cement Composite: Comparison between Short Random Fiber and Textile Reinforcement

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Currently, millions of tons of textile waste from the garment and textile industries are generated worldwide each year. As a promising option in terms of sustainability, textile waste fibers could be used as internal reinforcement of cement-based composites by enhancing ductility and decreasing crack propagation. To this end, two extensive experimental programs were carried out, involving the use of either fractions of short random fibers at 6–10% by weight or nonwoven fabrics in 3–7 laminate layers in the textile waste-reinforcement of cement, and the mechanical and durability properties of the resulting composites were characterized. Flexural resistance in pre- and post-crack, toughness, and stiffness of the resulting composites were assessed in addition to unrestrained drying shrinkage testing. The results obtained from those programs were analyzed and compared to identify the optimal composite and potential applications. Based on the results of experimental analysis, the feasibility of using this textile waste composite as a potential construction material in nonstructural concrete structures such as facade cladding, raised floors, and pavements was confirmed. The optimal composite was proven to be the one reinforced with six layers of nonwoven fabric, with a flexural strength of 15.5 MPa and a toughness of 9.7 kJ/m2.

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A Textile Waste Fiber-Reinforced Cement Composite: Comparison between Short Random Fiber and Textile Reinforcement

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“…The noticeable increase in environmental consciousness of consumers indicates, together with the new regulations and the rise in fossil fuel cost, makes it likely that the use of composite materials, which include natural fibers or naturally derived matrices, will continue to grow, placing an important weight on the biobased economy [ 13 ]. There is an important number of works dealing with sustainability and composites, but which focus on other types of composites, such as concrete [ 14 , 15 , 16 ]; these are not included in this study.…”

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Are Natural-Based Composites Sustainable?

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This paper assesses the aspects related to sustainability of polymer composites, focusing on the two main components of a composite, the matrix and the reinforcement/filler. Most studies analyzed deals with the assessment of the composite performance, but not much attention has been paid to the life cycle assessment (LCA), biodegradation or recyclability of these materials, even in those papers containing the terms “sustainable” (or its derivate words), “green” or “eco”. Many papers claim about the sustainable or renewable character of natural fiber composites, although, again, analysis about recyclability, biodegradation or carbon footprint determination of these materials have not been studied in detail. More studies focusing on the assessment of these composites are needed in order to clarify their potential environmental benefits when compared to other types of composites, which include compounds not obtained from biological resources. LCA methodology has only been applied to some case studies, finding enhanced environmental behavior for natural fiber composites when compared to synthetic ones, also showing the potential benefits of using recycled carbon or glass fibers. Biodegradable composites are considered of lesser interest to recyclable ones, as they allow for a higher profitability of the resources. Finally, it is interesting to highlight the enormous potential of waste as raw material for composite production, both for the matrix and the filler/reinforcement; these have two main benefits: no resources are used for their growth (in the case of biological materials), and fewer residues need to be disposed.

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“…In the United States, about eleven million tons of textile affiliated products end up in landfills [10], while in the EU, post-consumer textile waste is registered at nearly 16 million tons yearly. In addition, only 10% of this waste is recycled by industrial enterprises [11], and other 15-25% of disposed textiles are collected by other means (the rest is landfilled or incinerated), whereof about 50% is down cycled and 50% is reused, mainly through exporting to developing countries [7,12]. Nevertheless, there are considerable disparities within Europe.…”

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Thermal performance characterization of cement-based lightweight blocks incorporating textile waste

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Comprehensive review on sustainable fiber reinforced concrete incorporating recycled textile waste

Cited by 48 publications

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A Textile Waste Fiber-Reinforced Cement Composite: Comparison between Short Random Fiber and Textile Reinforcement

A Textile Waste Fiber-Reinforced Cement Composite: Comparison between Short Random Fiber and Textile Reinforcement

Are Natural-Based Composites Sustainable?

Thermal performance characterization of cement-based lightweight blocks incorporating textile waste

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