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What is the primary purpose of the study discussed in the abstract?
To address the increasing volume of organic waste by incorporating banana fibers into cement fiber boards.
What are the mechanical properties examined in the cement fiber boards reinforced with banana fibers?
The mechanical properties examined include tensile strength and flexural strength.
What alkali treatment was used on the banana fibers, and what was its concentration?
The banana fibers were treated with 5% NaOH.
At what fiber percentage did the best tensile strength parallel to the surface occur, and what was its value?
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What ratio of sand to cement was used in the mixture for the cement fiber boards?
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How does the alkali treatment affect water absorption in the cement fiber boards?
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What were the results indicating about the effect of fiber percentage on flexural strength?
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What was the best tensile strength perpendicular to the surface, and at which fiber percentage was it achieved?
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What percentage improvement did the STS value for FRC show with banana fiber incorporation?
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What concentration of NaOH treatment resulted in the highest flexural strength for banana fibers?
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By how much did 1% NaOH treatment increase the average flexural strength?
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What potential does banana fiber have as a reinforcement material in cement composites?
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Why is the incorporation of NaOH-treated banana fibers significant for construction materials?
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What gap does the study aim to address in the literature regarding banana fibers?
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In what construction applications can plant-based cellulose fibers like banana fiber be utilized?
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What broader impact could this research have on construction practices?
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How does the increase in fiber percentage affect the amount of cement in the composite mix?
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What is the impact of untreated versus treated fibers on the density of CFBs?
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Explain how alkaline treatment affects the density of fibers.
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What is the significance of fiber percentage on the overall density of cement boards?
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How does the treatment of fibers affect their adhesion to the cement matrix?
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What is the flexural strength of untreated samples at 0% fiber content?
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In what way does fiber treatment influence the mechanical properties of cement boards?
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Why are cement boards with added fibers considered lightweight materials?
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What was the strength of the untreated sample at 1% fiber content?
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What was the effect of increasing fiber content to 4% on the treated samples?
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How did the treated samples perform at 7% fiber content compared to untreated samples?
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What does the two-way ANOVA data suggest about the difference in flexural strength between treated and untreated fibers?
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What recommendations were made concerning the treatment process for cement composites?
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What is the general trend observed regarding fiber content and flexural strength in untreated samples?
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Which fibers were mentioned as having a positive effect on concrete's engineering properties?
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What ASTM requirement was met regarding the flexural strength results?
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What was the average tensile strength of both treated and untreated samples at 0% fiber content?
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At which fiber concentration did the treated sample significantly exceed the untreated one?
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What tensile strength did the treated sample reach at 4% fiber concentration?
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How did the tensile strength of both sample types change at 7% fiber concentration compared to lower fiber contents?
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What was the maximum tensile strength achieved by the untreated CFB sample?
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What tensile strength did the treated and untreated specimens show at 4% fiber content?
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Which fiber concentration resulted in the maximum tensile strength for both treated and untreated samples?
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What conclusion can be drawn about the treatment effect on tensile strength at lower fiber concentrations?
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Study Notes
Overview of Organic Waste and Construction Materials
- The Philippines generates approximately 1.35 million tons of organic waste, including banana stems.
- The construction industry requires innovative materials such as cement fiber boards (CFB).
Research Purpose and Methodology
- The study aims to reduce organic waste by incorporating banana fibers into cement boards.
- Mechanical properties of CFB were tested with 3mm banana fibers treated with 5% NaOH.
- Mixture ratio utilized was 2:1 (sand:cement) with a water-to-cement (w/c) ratio of 0.55 and varying fiber percentages (0%, 1%, 4%, 7%).
- Testing adhered to American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.
Mechanical Properties and Effects of Treatments
- Alkali treatment with NaOH reduces water absorption, moisture content, and enhances density and tensile strength.
- Flexural strength effects are complex and depend on fiber percentage.
- Optimized tensile strength recorded as:
- 10.45 MPa (parallel) for 4% banana fiber,
- 251.60 MPa (flexural) for 1% banana fiber,
- 2.66 MPa (perpendicular) for 1% banana fiber.
Key Findings on Fiber Reinforcement
- 1% banana fiber reinforcement showed the best overall mechanical properties in CFB.
- A notable 12.59% improvement in splitting tensile strength (STS) due to banana fiber incorporation.
- Previous findings indicated 3% NaOH-treated banana fibers had the best flexural strength, with 1% NaOH treatment increasing strength significantly.
Research Significance
- Plant-based fibers such as banana fiber present an eco-friendly alternative for construction materials.
- Enhancements from NaOH treatment could revolutionize sustainable construction, addressing environmental impacts while advancing material innovation.
- Limited literature exists on the mechanical properties of CFB with NaOH-treated banana fibers, highlighting the research gap addressed by this study.
Density and Fiber Content Relationships
- Analysis shows untreated CFBs are less dense than those with treated fibers.
- Fiber treatment increases density due to removal of noncellulosic components, enhancing adhesive properties with cement.
- CFB densities recorded for varying fiber percentages:
- 1% fiber: 1804.80 kg/m³ (untreated), 1846.07 kg/m³ (treated).
- 4% fiber: 1762.84 kg/m³ (untreated), 1837.86 kg/m³ (treated).
- 7% fiber: 1679.12 kg/m³ (untreated), 1812.76 kg/m³ (treated).
Flexural Strength Insights
- Flexural strength trends indicate varying effectiveness of the treatment depending on fiber content.
- Untreated samples generally maintain higher strengths at lower percentages but treated samples surpass them at higher fiber content (7%).
- Overall, the treatment effectively influences flexural strength, still meeting ASTM C1185 standards.
Tensile Strength Findings
- Treated samples show improved tensile strength at low (1%, 4%) fiber concentrations.
- 4% fiber concentration results:
- Treated: 10.45 MPa,
- Untreated: 6.47 MPa.
- Maximum tensile strength for perpendicular comparison:
- Maximum treated: 2.66 MPa at 1% fiber,
- Higher strengths in treated CFB across all fiber percentages compared to untreated.
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This quiz explores the current issues surrounding organic waste production in the Philippines, focusing on banana stems. It also examines the construction industry's need for innovative materials like cement fiber boards (CFB). Test your knowledge on waste management and sustainable construction practices.
