This study also highlights Overall, the 50 mm fiber
significant contributions to length yielded the greatest
waste management and the compressive strength.
use of sustainable materials. Effectiveness of Compressive
Our research aims to observe Strength:The combined use of
how varying percentages of 50 mm coconut husk fibers
powdered mussel shell and and 5% mussel shell powder
different lengths of coconut consistently produced the
fiber affect concrete's highest compressive strength
compressive strength. across all curing periods.
We tested samples over This combination significantly
three curing periods: 7 days, improved the mechanical
14 days, and 21 days. properties of the concrete
mix.
Curing Period: 7 Days
Waste Reduction and Health
At 7 days, we observed that: Risk Prevention
Utilizing mussel shells and
Increasing the mussel shell coconut husk fibers in
percentage decreased the concrete helps reduce waste
compressive strength. and prevents potential health
risks associated with improper
Longer coconut fibers disposal.
enhanced the compressive
strength. Mussel shells, if improperly
disposed of, can release
Curing Period: 14 Days harmful toxins.
At 14 days, the results Use of Renewably Sourced
mirrored those of the 7-day Materials
period:
The materials used in this
Higher mussel shell content study are locally sourced and
continued to reduce abundant.
compressive strength. Both mussel shells and
Longer fibers still increased coconut husks are renewable
compressive strength. resources readily available in
the environment.
Curing Period: 21 Days
Economic Benefits
At 21 days, we found:
Coastal communities can
Shorter fiber lengths benefit economically from this
correlated with higher approach.
compressive strength.
Utilizing these wastes can
create new livelihood
opportunities in regions where
these materials are commonly
found.
Conclusion
This study highlights the
potential for enhancing
concrete's compressive
strength using sustainable
materials while contributing to
waste reduction and providing
economic opportunities.
