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ELABORATION OF THERMAL INSULATION COMPOSITES BASED ON PAPER WASTE AND BIO-SOURCED MATERIAL.
- Source :
- Cellulose Chemistry & Technology; Jan/Feb2024, Vol. 58 Issue 1/2, p153-161, 9p
- Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- It is well-known that energy consumption is increasing around the world on a daily basis. In the construction sector, a highly effective solution for reducing energy consumption involves exploring both modern and traditional buildings designed to adapt to climate changes. One promising approach is to use paper waste and bio-sourced materials as the basis for insulation. The purpose of this study was to improve the sustainability of buildings by using recycled waste materials that have a positive impact on the environment, people, and the economy. A novel insulating material composed of recycled paper waste and Ampelodesmos mauritanicus leaves and fibers was developed and used in non-load-bearing elements. The paper waste was transformed into pulp and mixed with the bio-sourced materials to create a composite material that exhibits excellent insulation properties. The resulting material is lightweight, durable, and cost-effective. Furthermore, different mechanical and thermal analyses were performed on specimens with varying dosage ratios. The results showed that the developed material has good thermal insulation, with a value of 0.027 W/m.K. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- ENERGY consumption
THERMAL insulation
WASTE paper
CLIMATE change
SUSTAINABILITY
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 05769787
- Volume :
- 58
- Issue :
- 1/2
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Cellulose Chemistry & Technology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 177444087
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.35812/cellulosechemtechnol.2024.58.15