A Study on the Mechanical and Physical Properties of Composites Based on Hemp Shives

12th AUTEX World Textile Conference: Book of Proceedings 2012
Anete Ķipure, Silvija Kukle

Hemp concrete is perspective and environmentally friendly composite material. The purpose of this investigation is to explore compressive strength and physical properties such as density, thermal conductivity of composite material by using hemp shives (woody core of hemp stalk; also known as hurd) as local, renewable resource from agriculture and binding agents. In the result of research were produced and elaborated lightweight and self-bearing composites that can be used as a building material for frame walls.

Keywords
hemp, shives, composite, renewable materials

Ķipure, A., Kukle, S. A Study on the Mechanical and Physical Properties of Composites Based on Hemp Shives. In: 12th AUTEX World Textile Conference: Book of Proceedings, Croatia, Zadar, 13-15 June, 2012. Zadar: University of Zagreb, 2012, pp.1159-1162. ISBN 978-953-7105-47-1.

Publication language
English (en)