Mechanical Performance of Date-Palm-Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Containing Silica Fume
The use of date palm fiber (DPF) as natural fiber in concrete and mortar continues to gain acceptability due to its low-cost and availability. However, the main disadvantage of DPF in cement-based composites is that it reduces compressive strength and increases the porosity of the composite. Hence,...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-10-01
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Series: | Buildings |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-5309/12/10/1642 |