Mechanical Characterization of Adobe Bricks

Silveira, Dora; Oliveira, Carolina; Varum, Humberto; Ioannou, Ioannis; Miccoli, Lorenzo; Tarque, Nicola; Parisi, Fulvio; Fenu, Luigi; Solís, Mario; Rodríguez-Mariscal, J.D.

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“…Varum et al (2021) present a collection of experimental and numerical developments related to the structural characterisation and seismic retrofitting of adobe. A compendium of national and international normative documents and standards can be found in Silveira et al (2021). For example, for adobe characterisation, there is strong variability in the test procedures concerning specimen size, treatment of specimens before testing, platen restraint, application of correction factors, type of test rate (strength or velocity), admissible limit values, etc.…”

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“…Nevertheless, important research has been conducted on the material and its monolithic and masonry characterisation, using material from existing constructions or manufacturing it using traditional methods. Representative values of compressive strength, strain at peak stress, modulus of elasticity, Poisson ratio, and other factors for adobe testing conducted in different countries are provided in Silveira et al (2021). Additionally, adobe masonry values for aspect ratio, compressive strength, tensile strength, mortar properties, deformations registered, modulus of elasticity, and Poisson ratios are compiled in Oliveira et al (2021).…”

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Optimizing Daylight Performance of Digital Fabricated Adobe Walls

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The construction industry faces a growing challenge in reducing its environmental impact through sustainable design and practices. Buildings are responsible for a significant share of CO2 emissions and pollution, with lighting alone accounting for roughly 15% of global electricity consumption according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). A key element in achieving sustainability is optimizing daylight penetration within buildings, reducing reliance on artificial lighting and associated energy demands. This research introduces a novel approach by optimizing the geometry of a building’s exterior skin fabricated with adobe by 3D-printed molds. This method aims to achieve a balance between structural integrity, improved daylight availability within the building, and the inherent sustainability benefits of using adobe, an earth-based material. The proposed design procedure starts with a 2D geometry and applies it to the building’s exterior. The framework then optimizes the geometry to maintain structural stability while maximizing daylight penetration into the interior. Importantly, this optimization considers the specific material properties of adobe walls created using 3D-printed metal molds. By integrating 3D-printed adobe molds and daylight optimization, a framework is offered with a potential path towards sustainable building design with improved energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact.

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Mechanical Characterization of Adobe Bricks

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Literature review on earthen vernacular heritage: contributions to a referential framework

Literature review on earthen vernacular heritage: contributions to a referential framework

Geomechanical Characterization of Experimental Mud Bricks from La Joya Archaeological Site: Effect of the Addition of Additives on Their Mechanical Properties

Optimizing Daylight Performance of Digital Fabricated Adobe Walls

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