Evaluation and Comparison on Performance Evaluation of Polymer Brick Utilizing Plastic Waste with Local Sourced Burnt Bricks

Bibek Adhikari *, Amit Shrestha**, Aavash Bhandari***, Aashish Kumar Sah****, Jenisha G. C.*****, Amrita Belbase******, Satish Paudel*******
*-******* Department of Civil Engineering, National College of Engineering, Lalitpur, Nepal.
Periodicity:July - September'2023
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jste.12.2.20230

Abstract

This research delves into a comprehensive analysis comparing the mechanical properties of plastic sand bricks against the conventional burnt bricks. The study focuses on conducting experiments to evaluate the mechanical characteristics of both brick types, which are formulated using a blend of sand and plastic materials. Diverse ratios of plastic sand bricks were subjected to rigorous testing, encompassing assessments of moisture content and compressive strength. These findings were juxtaposed with those obtained from locally procured traditional bricks. The primary objective of this research is to address the pivotal concept of sustainability, placing significant emphasis on exploring viable strategies to counter the burgeoning global issue of plastic pollution. The study's results offer critical insights into the potential of plastic sand bricks as an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional burnt bricks, highlighting their mechanical competence and their potential to mitigate plastic waste while contributing to sustainable construction practices. The outcomes of this investigation contribute to the ongoing discourse on sustainable materials, offering promising avenues for addressing environmental challenges and fostering more eco-conscious construction methodologies.

Keywords

PET, HDPE, Plastic-Sand Brick, Traditional Brick.

How to Cite this Article?

Adhikari, B., Shrestha, A., Bhandari, A., Sah, A. K., Jenisha, G. C., Belbase, A., and Paudel, S. (2023). Evaluation and Comparison on Performance Evaluation of Polymer Brick Utilizing Plastic Waste with Local Sourced Burnt Bricks. i-manager’s Journal on Structural Engineering, 12(2), 23-35. https://doi.org/10.26634/jste.12.2.20230

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