USE OF NATURAL FIBRE IN CLC BRICK

Abstract for use of sisal fibre in CLC brick

Sisal fibres are natural fibres that are derived from the leaves of the sisal plant, Agave
sisalana. Sisal fibres are known for their strength and durability, and have been used for a
variety of industrial applications, including the production of rope, twine, and insulation
materials. In recent years, sisal fibres have also been used as a reinforcement material in the
production of cellular lightweight concrete (CLC) bricks.
The addition of sisal fibres to CLC bricks improves their compressive strength,
flexural strength, and thermal insulation properties. This makes CLC bricks reinforced with
sisal fibres an attractive option for use in construction, particularly in areas that are prone to
seismic activity or extreme temperatures. In addition to improving the physical properties of
CLC bricks, the use of sisal fibres also has several other benefits. Sisal fibres are a
sustainable and renewable resource, making them a more environmentally friendly option
than synthetic fibres. They are also relatively inexpensive and readily available in many
regions. CLC bricks reinforced with sisal fibres have been used in a variety of construction
projects, including walls, roofs, and floors.
They are particularly useful for the construction of lightweight structures and in areas
where weight is a concern, such as on upper floors or in seismically active regions. The use
of sisal fibres in CLC bricks is a relatively new area of research and development, and further
studies are needed to fully understand the potential of this material. However, the initial
results are promising, and the use of sisal fibres in CLC bricks is expected to grow in the
future as more construction professionals become aware of the benefits of this material.

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Background invention of the project

The use of sisal fibres as a reinforcement material in cellular lightweight concrete

(CLC) bricks is a relatively new area of research and development. The idea of using sisal
fibres in CLC bricks likely arose from the desire to find a sustainable and renewable
alternative to synthetic fibres, which are commonly used as reinforcement materials in
concrete. Sisal fibres are a natural resource that are grown and harvested in many regions
around the world, making them a more environmentally friendly option than synthetic fibres.
The first studies on the use of sisal fibres as a reinforcement material in CLC bricks
were likely conducted by researchers in the field of civil engineering. These studies likely
focused on evaluating the physical properties of CLC bricks reinforced with sisal fibres, such
as compressive strength, flexural strength, and thermal insulation properties.
As the research progressed, the benefits of using sisal fibres in CLC bricks became
more apparent, and the use of sisal fibres in CLC bricks began to gain traction in the
construction industry. Today, the use of sisal fibres in CLC bricks is a growing area of
research and development, and the potential of this material is being explored by researchers
and construction professionals around the world.

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Field of invention of the project

The field of invention for the project of using sisal fibres as a reinforcement material
in cellular lightweight concrete (CLC) bricks is civil engineering and materials science.
Civil engineering is the branch of engineering that deals with the design, construction,
and maintenance of the built environment, including structures such as buildings, roads,
bridges, and dams. The use of sisal fibres in CLC bricks is a new application within this field,
as researchers and construction professionals look to find sustainable and renewable
alternatives to traditional reinforcement materials.
Materials science is the field of science that deals with the properties and behaviour of
materials, including their physical, chemical, and biological properties. In the context of
using sisal fibres in CLC bricks, materials scientists would be involved in researching the
mechanical and thermal properties of the bricks, and how the addition of sisal fibres affects
these properties.
Both civil engineering and materials science are interdisciplinary fields that involve
collaboration between scientists, engineers, and other experts to develop new and innovative
solutions to construction problems.

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Title of invention of the project

"Sisal Fibre Reinforced Cellular Lightweight Concrete (CLC) Bricks"

This title succinctly describes the invention of the project by highlighting the main
components of the invention; sisal fibres as a reinforcement material and the use of it in
cellular lightweight concrete bricks.

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Summary of invention of the project

The invention of the project is the use of sisal fibres as a reinforcement material in
cellular lightweight concrete (CLC) bricks. The project aims to improve the compressive
strength, flexural strength and thermal insulation properties of CLC bricks by adding sisal
fibres. This makes the bricks more suitable for use in construction, particularly in areas that
are prone to seismic activity or extreme temperatures. The use of sisal fibres also has
environmental benefits as it is a sustainable and renewable resource compared to synthetic
fibres. The project is an interdisciplinary effort that falls under the fields of civil engineering
and materials science.

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Detailed description of the project

The project aims to develop a new type of cellular lightweight concrete (CLC) bricks
by incorporating sisal fibres as a reinforcement material. The use of sisal fibres in CLC bricks
is a relatively new application and has the potential to improve the physical properties of the
bricks, making them more suitable for use in construction.
The process of making the bricks involves mixing sisal fibres with a foaming agent
and cement, to create a slurry. The slurry is then poured into moulds and allowed to cure. The
resulting bricks are lightweight and have improved compressive strength, flexural strength,
and thermal insulation properties compared to traditional CLC bricks.
The use of sisal fibres as a reinforcement material in CLC bricks also has several
other benefits. Sisal fibres are a sustainable and renewable resource, making them a more
environmentally friendly option than synthetic fibres. They are also relatively inexpensive
and readily available in many regions.
The project involves both experimental and theoretical research to fully understand
the potential of this material. The experimental research includes the preparation of the CLC
bricks with different sisal fibre content, testing the physical properties like compressive
strength, flexural strength, thermal insulation and water absorption. The theoretical research
includes numerical simulations to investigate the behaviour of CLC bricks reinforced with
sisal fibres under different loading conditions.
The results of this project will provide valuable information to construction
professionals and researchers in the field of civil engineering, materials science, and
sustainable building. It could lead to the widespread use of sisal fibres as a reinforcement
material in CLC bricks, providing a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to
traditional materials.

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We claim –
Claim 1
By using CLC materials, the brick become lightweight and by using sisal fibres, the
compressive strength is increased.
CLC stands for Cellular lightweight concrete. It is made by mixing cement, fly ash, water and
a foaming agent. Due to this material CLC brick become fire resistance and reduced water
absorption.

Claim 2
Prepare the sisal fibre : The sisal fibre is usually soaked in water for several hours to soften it
and make it easier to mix into the CLC mixture.

Mix the ingredients: The ingredients for the CLC mixture, such as cement, fly ash, water, and
foam, are mixed together in a concrete mixer or similar equipment. The sisal fibre is arranged
in mesh type structure and then added to the mixture in zig-zag manner and mixed until it is
evenly distributed.

Pour the mixture into molds: The CLC mixture is poured into brick molds or other forms to
shape the bricks. The molds are then vibrated to compact the mixture and remove any air
bubbles.

Allow the bricks to cure: The bricks are left to cure for 21 days at room temperature, during
which time the cement will harden and the bricks will gain strength. The curing process can
be accelerated by keeping the bricks in a humid environment or by applying heat.

Demold the bricks: After the bricks have cured, they are removed from the molds and are
ready for use.