Study of the properties of the Echerhirhu-Block made with Opuntia ficus mucilage for use in the construction industry

This research shows the results of mixtures of materials used for making Echerhirhu- Block (mud block, in purépecha) that complies with quality standards, as possible replacement for conventional bricks. The product was made from soil mixtures, cellulose (recycled paper), and Opuntia ficus extract (...

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Main Authors: Javier Guillen Aparicio, Erik García De León Monter, Noemí Ortiz Lara, Ramiro Escudero Garcia, María Neftalí Rojas-Valencia
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2019-06-01
Series:Case Studies in Construction Materials
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214509518302109