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Effect of Binder’s Type on Physico-Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Mortars with a Basis of Coir
Athanas Konin
Corresponding Author: Athanas Konin
Submitted: November 21, 2011
Accepted: December 27, 2011
Published: May 15, 2012 |
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This study aims to study the effect of type of binder on properties of mortars with coir. Two types
of binders were used for the manufacturing of mortars containing coir: lime is used as binder for mortar nº1
(Mortar 1) and cement is used for mortar nº2 (Mortar 2). The measurements of the physical, mechanical and
thermal properties of the specimens show that Mortar 1 has higher water absorption values than those of Mortar
2 and consequently has the lowest values of thermal conductivity. The results also indicate that dry density of
the specimens has more important role than the type of binder on mechanical properties. Relationships were
established between mechanical properties and dry density of these mortars. These relationships are
independent to the type of binder. The mortars also satisfied most recommended thermal insulation standards.
Key words: Binder, coir, dry density, mechanical properties, thermal conductivity, water absorption,
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Athanas Konin, . Effect of Binder’s Type on Physico-Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Mortars with a Basis of Coir. Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, (10): 1244-1249.
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ISSN (Online): 2040-7467
ISSN (Print): 2040-7459 |
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