Abstract

The aim of this study is to improve the proprieties of the mixtures of rice straw and clay. Thus, we conduct this study related to the mixtures of rice straw, clay and cement for their use as building material. The clay formations represent abundant economical materials resources available in tropical and equatorial Africa. Rice straw is rich in cellulose. Consequently, few animals are able to use it as food. We have determined by experiments the mechanical and thermal properties of samples. The Interesting results obtained show that the integration of mixtures of rice straw, clay and cement in building materials are great opportunities to reduce the cost of social housing. It also improves the thermal comfort.

Keywords:

Cement, clay, mechanical properties, mixture, rice straw, thermal properties,

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