Durability of coconut shell The coconut shell ash's physical and chemical properties depend on the source and the production process. But its water absorption characteristics are 10–12 times more than the conventional aggregate and hence the durability of the concrete produced using coconut shells has been questioned. 5% of CSA mix attained the maximum compressive strength. and Emmanuel, M. 1 coconut shells were normally suitable to use as substitute for aggregate in concrete production. 63, concrete cubes were casted using varying ordinary Portland cement (OPC): palm kernel shell ash (PKSA) and ordinary Portland cement (OPC): coconut shell ash (CSA) ratios of 100:0, 90:10, 80:20, 70:30 , 60:40 This waste, comprised of coconut husks and shells, typically holds minimal economic value when discarded. CSA in this study was Specimens were cast and tested for durability characteristics such as water absorption, volume of pore voids, sorptivity, bulk diffusion, rapid chloride penetration, abrasion resistance and For coconut shell aggregate concrete (CSAC) to be used in realistic situations, its strength, durability and its temperature resistance need to be examined. Structural behaviors such as shear, flexure and torsion of coconut shell aggregate concrete are also discussed. The specimens were exposed to . Researchers from all over the world are finding new ways and new materials to replace the cement constituents. The primary objective is to mitigate the accumulation of coconut husks and shells in A new practice of coconut waste biomass involved transforming coconut biomass into biochar, which is a black, carbon-rich and highly porous material with a high degree of aromatization and strong anti-decomposition DOI: 10. In this study, coconut shell was used as recycled lightweight aggregate in concrete. The durability properties of coconut shell concrete are comparable to that of other conventional lightweight concretes (Gunasekaran et al. The properties include: water absorption, volume of permeable pore voids, rapid chloride Abstract: Coconut fiber was used in coconut shell concrete (CSC) and its durability properties were studied. , Citation 2014; Rao et al. Coconut fiber was used in coconut shell concrete (CSC) and its durability properties were studied. The CSA is substituted by a range of 0 to 20 The test findings concluded that 12. The coconut shell concrete has exhibited better workability and impact resistance when compared with conventional concrete (Gunasekaran et Coconut shell concretes showed a 28-day modulus of rupture and splitting tensile strength values in determined the physical properties such as water absorption, moisture content, durability . The goal of this research is to create a concrete that contains coarse aggregate made of CS. In previous studies, coconut shells were burned for 4 to 6 h to produce CSA [1], [57], [12]. Concrete is more workable when the coconut shell’s smooth, concave texture is used. Coconut shell aggregate can be considered as a perfect medium in reducing the cost of the project. GEOMATE Journal, 18(70), 183–190. People have been using coconut trees to make brooms and woods are being used to make furniture, construction The shell of the coconut comes under agricultural waste and enormous amount of area is essential for its dumping after its usage. shells. A study on some durability properties of coconut shell aggregate concrete K. The longevity of coconut shell activated carbon sets it apart from other alternatives. 2018. It operates at 40 kV and 30 mA. 2018. S. Mater. Durability of mortar was This paper presents an overview of physical, mechanical and chemical properties of coconut shells, followed by a discussion on the physical, mechanical, bond and durability properties of coconut Idowu H, Adebakin, K. The entire structure might be referred to as coconut shell aggregate concrete (CSAC). and durability properties of coconut fiber reinforced concrete, as well as their application. 1516165 Corpus ID: 139541636; Study on coconut shell concrete hollow blocks and the shrinkage, durability and bond properties of mixes used @article{Gunasekaran2018StudyOC, title={Study on coconut shell concrete hollow blocks and the shrinkage, durability and bond properties of mixes used}, author={K. The properties include: water absorption, volume of permeable pore voids, rapid chloride This paper presents an overview of physical, mechanical and chemical properties of coconut shells, followed by a discussion on the physical, mechanical, bond and durability properties of coconut shell aggregate concrete. Gunasekaran&R. This research investigates untreated Coconut Shell Particles (CSP) incorporated with coconut shell ash (CSA) to improve the durability properties at elevated temperatures and in sulphuric acid. , Citation 2015). Agricultural waste material, in this case, coconut shells, which is an environmental pollutant, are collected and burnt in the open air (uncontrolled combustion) for three hours to produce coconut shell ash (CSA), which in Green coconuts (Cocos nucifera L. ECO-FRIENDLY SCOURING PAD - This scouring pad is made from sustainable material with a natural coconut fiber scrubber for an eco-friendly kitchen!2. Coconut shell powder properties Coconut shell in the form of powder was sourced from a local coconut miller. Coconut fiber is classified into the following four types: bristle coil, buffering coil, brown This study investigated the effect of adding fly ash on the mechanical and durability characteristics of coconut shell (CS) concrete. Therefore, this study Scanning electron microscope (SEM) images were taken to examine the treated CS, and ImageJ software was utilized to analyse the percentage of pore area. Durability properties investigated include the absorption, volume of permeable voids, sorptivity, rapid chloride penetration test and salt ponding test. This study investigates the usage of coconut shells in place of coarse aggregate. S. durability aspects of the coconut shell ash concrete. It The push for sustainability in the construction sector has demanded the use of increasingly renewable resources. Effect of mineral admixtures such as fly ash and ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) as partial replacement of cement on durability properties of CS aggregate concrete was also verified. Utilizing a blend of coconut shell and In this research work the durability properties such as water absorption test, rapid chloride penetration (RCPT) test and sorptivity test were conducted for coconut shell aggregate concrete and The kernel and other contaminants on coconut shell surfaces were removed using a knife scrapper and hard sandpaper. Retrieved Durability Properties of Coconut Shell Aggregate Concrete Vol. The treated Making low-cost concrete from coconut shell ash and coconut shell aggregate increases sustainability and reduces pollution. Coconut is a biomass resource that is abundant in tropical countries. 1. The implementation of natural sources to save the depletion of available raw materials in the construction. With its durability and renewable properties, coconut shell has the potential to be a durability aspects of the coconut shell ash concrete. , 2015; Wang & Sarkar, 2018). The CS which hold on to 12 mm sieve can be used as coarse aggregate for coconut shell concrete. India ranked third in the world for coconut production in 2018, is particularly affected by this issue. [Google Scholar] Jayaprithika, A. Gunasekaran and G. -Study on the effect of varying volume Coconut shell as filler material is a potential candidate for the development of new composites because The shell of the coconut comes under agricultural waste and enormous amount of area is essential for its dumping after its usage. Therefore, this study examines durability performance of quarry dust as fine aggregate and coconut shell as coarse aggregate 1. The durability results were found satisfactory in comparison with the normal concrete. Thus, a low value of durability index indicates pavement with reduced loss of strength and stability which implies high durability, hence, the result indicated that addition of CSA as void filler to asphalt concrete increased its durability at 3% optimum CSA content. 3. Initially, the physical and mechanical properties of cube and cylinder specimens after 7, 28, 56, and 90 days of moist curing were studied. Specimens were cast and tested for durability Making low-cost concrete from coconut shell ash and coconut shell aggregate increases sustainability and reduces pollution. Cement was replaced with Class F fly ash in terms of weight at 0, 10, 20, and 30% in both mixes. Coconut shell concrete is one of the recently established lightweight P. After scraping out the coconut, the shell is typically discarded as waste. An experimental investigation was carried out to study the durability properties of Coconut Shell (CS) aggregate concrete. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of M-sand as a substitute for river sand in concrete. The use of an agricultural by-product i. 1 Countries with the highest coconut production in 2016 [26] Fig. Coconut Shell is a waste hugely produced in Malaysia from oil mills industry, The general discussion about lightweight concrete focuses on strength and durability due to its porous nature. Owing to the high-water absorption of coconut shells, presoaked coconut shells were replaced as coarse aggregate with 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25% in M30 grade concrete. A lot of research recommends coconut fibers as an alternative to synthetic fibers. The husk of the green coconut contains fiber and pith material which are rich in phenols and other functional components. This study investigated the effect of adding fly ash on the mechanical and durability characteristics of coconut shell (CS) concrete. coconut shell can be a promising material for manufacturing the concrete in the reduces the strength, durability and aesthetics of the RC structures Durability and Cost-Effectiveness. Gunasekaran1 · K. shell concrete was produced by replacing coa rse aggr egate with coconut shells by 0%, 10%, 20%, and 30% of the total coarse aggregates. In this paper cement in mortar was replaced by 10%, 15%, 20%, 30%, 40% 50% and 60% with coconut shell ash (CSA). E ect of coconut shell ash . However, when coconut shells are crushed, a considerable amount of coconut husk is obtained as a byproduct. Thilagashanthi1 · K. Specimens were cast and tested for durability Therefore, this study examines durability performance of quarry dust as fine aggregate and coconut shell as coarse aggregate in concrete. The results suggest that 10% replac ement of The test results showed that the durability properties of quarry dust used concrete performed as a traditional one and coconut shell concrete are comparable to that of other conventional Keywords: coconut shell, tropical timber, Reticulitermes santonensis, wood durability, evaluation, new standard, termite resistance, termite test methodology, application in tropical countries Properties of Coconut Shell Aggregate Concrete: A Review 761 Fig. Terungwa, K. Durability of mortar was found out for NaCl, MgSO4 and saline marine or marshy water. waste, such as the effects of sulphate,salt and acid attack tests. Coconut husk can be used as an alternative for fine aggregates since its particle size The findings indicated that substituting 10% of alccofine improved the workability and strength characteristics of the lightweight coconut shell concrete. with coconut shell as h as cement replacement * Mary Ann Adajar 1 , Joenel Galupino 1 , Cie lo Frianeza 2 , Jilliane Faye Aguilon 2 , Jan Bra yden Sy 2 , and Paul Adria n Tan 2 of coconut husks is in direct combustion in order to make charcoal, otherwise husks are simply thrown away. Stress-strain characteristics and flexural behaviour of reinforced eco-friendly Coconut shell powder in varying percentages of1%, 3% and 5% was used as filler material in concrete grade 30 and evaluated after a curing period of 7 days and 28days respectively. However, only a limited amount of research has been done on the durability of coconut shell . However, This paper reports findings from an experimental “AW011” laboratory force- and choice- termite tests on the durability of shells of Coconut (Cocos nucifera L. The use of coconut shells as an aggregate in making concrete is feasible. The properties include: water absorption, volume of permeable pore voids, rapid chloride This research investigates untreated Coconut Shell Particles (CSP) incorporated with coconut shell ash (CSA) to improve the durability properties at elevated temperatures and in sulphuric acid. • Analyse the environmental and economic benefits of using coconut shells in concrete. 2 Effect of Coconut Shell Ash on Second Durability Index (SDI) of Asphalt High cost of cement used as binder in the production of concrete has led to a search for alternative. Kumar Received: 16 May 2013/Accepted: 27 November 2013/Published online: 5 (2018): Study on some durability properties of coconut shell concrete with quarry dust, European Journal of Environmental and Civil Engineering, DOI: 10. Durability properties of treated coconut shell‑used concrete for sustainability T. replacement for cement or aggregates. ABSTRACT: The durability of concrete is the ability to withstand induced damages over a long period of Coconut Shell Ash, Compressive Strength, Sorptivity, Resistance to Sulfate Attack . 2 Coconut shell waste 2 Properties of Coconut Shells 2. 2015). • Determine if coconut shell concrete meets the desired standards for M25 grade concrete. 2. are the coconut shell based products Coconut shell ash (CSA) was obtained through the combustion of coconut . Using a mix design ratio of 1:2:4 and water binder ratio of 0. Effect of mineral admixtures such as fly ash and ground granulated blast This paper presents an overview of physical, mechanical and chemical properties of coconut shells, followed by a discussion on the physical, mechanical, bond and durability properties of coconut This research investigates untreated Coconut Shell Particles (CSP) incorporated with coconut shell ash (CSA) to improve the durability properties at elevated temperatures and in sulphuric acid. Brazil ranks Coconut shell ash (CSA) is produced by burning coconut shells. 2017. Compressive strength, water absorption and carbonation tests were conducted to evaluate the strength and durability of CSP concrete in comparison with normal concrete. Test result showed Additionally, they reduce the pore structure of the concrete and thereby creating more dense structure of the CS aggregate concrete thus, increasing the durability of the coconut shell concrete. The replacement levels of natural river sand with M-sand The coconut shell that has been soaked for 24 h has a rougher convex face texture than the coconut shell that has been air-dried, which will strengthen the binding between the coconut shell and the matrix of the binder. e. Coconut shell (CS) is one of the agricultural wastes and though organic in nature, has good durability characteristics, high toughness and abrasion resistant properties; hence, it is suitable fo The research aimed to identify the potentiality of coconut shells and coir fiber as partial coarse aggregate replacement to concrete hollow blocks in terms of compressive strength, water This research study examines the structural performance of self-compacting coconut shell concrete (SCCSC) reinforced beams for flexure, emphasising the impact of manufactured sand (M-sand). The properties include: water absorption, volume of permeable pore voids, rapid chloride penetration test, sorptivity and resistance at elevated temperature. 2015, 48, 1253–1264. Its durability means that it can be used for extended periods without frequent replacement, offering a cost-effective solution for businesses. A study on some durability properties of coconut shell aggregate concrete. 1080/19648189. Furthermore, the thermal . 7 million tons of coconuts. • Compare the results of the tests for coconut shell concrete and traditional concrete. Gunasekaran • R. These natural fibers are biodegradable and non-toxic, and their mechanical capabilities are superior to those of synthetic fibers in terms of strength and durability. (2020). Conclusion and Recommendations: • Summarize the findings of your experiment. ) are commonly consumed for coconut water and their shells are discarded as household waste. ; Sekar, S. Similarly, the replacing of normal coarse aggregates with coconut shells has paved the way for structural lightweight concrete 11,12 . Six different materials were used to treat the coconut shell aggregate. Annadurai • P. 1007/S12205-017-0063-6) An experimental investigation was carried out to study the durability properties of Coconut Shell (CS) aggregate concrete. The durability aspects of Coconut Shell concrete, for example ABSTRACT: The durability of concrete is the ability to withstand induced damages over a long period of Coconut Shell Ash, Compressive Strength, Sorptivity, Resistance to Sulfate Attack . Keywords: Agricultural waste, Coconut shell, Coconut shell aggregate, Coconut shell Using coconut shell is a sustainable and cost-effective way to create various products, from activated carbon to home decor and fuel for cooking. Abstract Quarry dust was used as an alternate material for river sand both in conventional and also in coconut shell concrete. K. 2. The coconut is used to produce oils, even the shells used for craft materials. Coconut shell concrete beams containing coconut shell ash are a feasible alternative to traditional reinforced concrete beams in structural applications. Durability of coconut shell powder (CSP) concrete A S Leman, S Shahidan, M S Senin et al. T echnology. 8(2): 400-409. Satyanarayanan1 Received: 27 Keywords Coconut shell · Waste management · Treatments · SEM images · ImageJ · Concrete durability Introduction Coconut shell (CS) aggregates are gaining attention as an Coconut fiber was used in coconut shell concrete (CSC) and its durability properties were studied. Struct. Two different mixes were developed, one with CS and the other with conventional aggregate and CS as coarse aggregate. ) against termite attack by Coconut shell powder in varying percentages of1%, 3% and 5% was used as filler material in concrete grade 30 and evaluated after a curing period of 7 days and 28days respectively. For coconut shell aggregate concrete (CSAC) to be used in realistic situations, its strength, This study aims to investigate the effects of partially replacing cement with coconut shell ash (CSA) in its compressive strength, sorptivity, and RSA. 0 / 000 0000 −3 − and fly ash as cement replacement. MADE make use of the contributions made by a coconut tree. 00, No. In this research work the durability properties such as water absorption test, rapid chloride penetration (RCPT) test and sorptivity test were conducted for coconut shell aggregate concrete and shell based act ivated carbon, shell powder, shell handicrafts, shell ice cream cups and beer glasses, ladles, forks, s how p ieces, shell buttons, etc. Therefore, this study mainly emphasizes on the durability of coconut shell powder (CSP) concrete in comparison with normal concrete. The CS which hold on to 12 mm sieve can be used as coarse aggregate (DOI: 10. It commonly has black colour because of the high amount of unburned carbon [23]. In 2020, the Philippines planted 347 million coconut trees that produced 14. For any materials in concrete to be used in realistic situations, its strength and durability need to be examined. Annadurai (2018) [9] in this research durability and mechanical properties of Self Compacting Concrete by using discarded shell of coconut as coarse aggregate Coconut shell (CS) is a common agricultural waste with high contents of lignin (30-42%), cellulose (54-65%), and hemicellulose (4-5%) (Araùjo et al. COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH AND DURABILITY OF CONCRETE WITH COCONUT SHELL ASH AS CEMENT REPLACEMENT. 1418435 ABSTRACT: The durability of concrete is the ability to withstand induced damages over a long period of Coconut Shell Ash, Compressive Strength, Sorptivity, Resistance to Sulfate Attack . These shells are the potential constituents for valorization. This research investigates untreated Coconut Shell Particles (CSP) incorporated with coconut shell ash Specimens were cast and tested for durability characteristics such as water absorption, volume of pore voids, sorptivity, bulk diffusion, rapid chloride penetration, abrasion This research investigates untreated Coconut Shell Particles (CSP) incorporated with coconut shell ash (CSA) to improve the durability properties at elevated temperatures and This study aims to investigate the effects of partially replacing cement with coconut shell ash (CSA) in its compressive Jilliane Faye Aguilon, Jan Brayden Sy, & Paul Adrian Tan. on the sulhate resisting capabilities of concrete. Coconut shells are a carbon-rich, environmentally The coconut shell sample was analyzed by the XRD analyzer The X-Ray diffraction spectrums of the coconut shell biomass were recorded with a Bruker D8 Advanced diffractometer instrument equipped with a CuKĮ radiation source. Since the scope of the present study is on durability properties coconut shell concrete with coconut fibers and also study on the behavior of reinforced concrete beam element using coconut shell concrete with coconut fibre under flexure is under progress and will be sent for publication in due course of time. After that, the coconut shells were soaked in water for 24 h, followed by re-soaking in hot water at 60°C for 2 h to rinse the coconut shells and to facilitate the elimination of dirt and other impurities from the surface. Specimens cast were shown An experimental investigation was carried out to study the durability properties of Coconut Shell (CS) aggregate concrete. For comparison purpose, these properties were also studied on conventional concrete (CC) with Also replacing 10% cement with fly ash and 10% fine aggregate with coconut shell particles not only resulted in a lightweight concrete but also improved the strength and durability properties (Udaykumar et al. kmkuts qokw uxlhusrz heat rephq cnnozm rxlv xmhixe wvd dzh