Novel Natural Bee Brick with a Low Energy Footprint for “Green” Masonry Walls: Mechanical Properties

Thomoglou, Athanasia K.; Voutetaki, Maristella E.; Fantidis, Jacob G.; Chalioris, Constantin E.

doi:10.3390/engproc2024060009

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“…The current economy for physical goods relies on extracting valuable resources, often ignoring their life cycle and environmental implications [1,2]. The research for sustainable building materials has increased in recent decades, driven by growing environmental concerns and the urgent need to reduce the construction industry's substantial carbon footprint [3][4][5][6]. Traditional construction materials, while robust, often involve energy-intensive manufacturing processes and contribute significantly to global CO2 emissions.…”

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Natural Fiber-reinforced Mycelium Composite for Innovative and Sustainable Construction Materials

Voutetaki,

Mpalaskas

2024

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Fiber-reinforced mycelium (FRM) composites offer an innovative and sustainable approach to construction materials for architectural structures. Mycelium, the root structure of fungi, can be combined with various natural fibers (NF) to create a strong and lightweight material with environmental benefits. Incorporating NF like hemp, jute, or bamboo into the mycelium matrix enhances mechanical properties. This combination results in a composite that boasts enhanced strength, flexibility, and durability. Natural FRM composites offer sustainability through the utilization of agricultural waste, reducing the carbon footprint compared to conventional construction materials. Additionally, the lightweight yet strong nature of the resulting material makes it versatile for various construction applications, while its inherent insulation properties contribute to improved energy efficiency in buildings. Developing and adopting natural FRM composites showcase a promising step towards sustainable and eco-friendly construction materials. Ongoing research and collaboration between scientists, engineers, and the construction industry will likely lead to further improvements and expanded applications. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the current research and applications of natural FRM composite for innovative and sustainable construction materials. Additionally, the paper reviews the mechanical properties and potential impacts of these natural FRM composites in the context of sustainable architectural construction practices. Recently, the relevance of mycelium-based materials has extended beyond their original fields of microbiology and mycology to architecture.

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Natural Fiber-reinforced Mycelium Composite for Innovative and Sustainable Construction Materials

Voutetaki,

Mpalaskas

2024

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Effective Structural Parametric Form in Architecture Using Mycelium Bio-Composites

Gavriilidis,

Voutetaki,

Giouzepas

2024

Architecture

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This study investigates a parametric architectural design methodology that arises from the relationship between humans, architecture, and nature and utilizes modern technological means and sustainable construction materials. Specifically, it concerns a structure of mycelium bio-composite, produced at the lowest possible environmental cost. The design uses an optimal structural form to maximize the material’s efficiency. The development of the structure is initially modular, using two different types of geometric blocks. At the same time, the whole structure gradually becomes monolithic with the help of the plant part of the fungi, the mycelium. The basic 2D arch structure is initially assembled using two different geometric blocks. More complex configurations can be derived from this foundational module to meet various requirements for applications and structures. The structure will be constructed entirely of load-bearing mycelium blocks, with its geometry specifically designed to emphasize compression forms, enhancing the structural performance of the inherently weak material. This approach reflects an innovative vision for construction materials grounded in the principles of cultivation and growth from natural, earth-derived resources.

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Advanced Lime Mortars for Historical Architectural Structures

Pringopoulos,

Thomoglou,

Fantidis

et al. 2024

International Conference on Electronics, Engineering Physics and Earth Science (EEPES 2024)

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Novel Natural Bee Brick with a Low Energy Footprint for “Green” Masonry Walls: Mechanical Properties

Abstract: This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license (https:// creativecommons.org/licenses/by/ 4.0/).

Cited by 4 publications

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Natural Fiber-reinforced Mycelium Composite for Innovative and Sustainable Construction Materials

Natural Fiber-reinforced Mycelium Composite for Innovative and Sustainable Construction Materials

Effective Structural Parametric Form in Architecture Using Mycelium Bio-Composites

Advanced Lime Mortars for Historical Architectural Structures

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