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Adobe Bricks of the Champagne Region (France): Characterization of a Chalky Raw Earth Construction Material.
- Source :
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Materials (1996-1944) . May2024, Vol. 17 Issue 10, p2307. 16p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Raw earth bricks made from the soil of the Chalky Champagne region (France) have been used for at least two millennia in construction, a promising heritage in the context of reducing the carbon emissions of buildings. The present experimental study aims to measure the physical, mechanical, thermal, and hydric properties of adobes collected from a local village barn. The results show a high chalk content, estimated at 71%, and a clay content, acting as a binder, of 14%. Despite limited load-bearing capacity, these lightweight adobes are suitable for current single-story constructions, while their hydrothermal properties classify them as excellent moisture regulators for occupants. In association with other bio-sourced materials such as starch–beet pulp bricks, Chalky Champagne adobes yield promising insulating properties, and meet the criteria defined by current energy standards. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *CONSTRUCTION materials
*BRICKS
*CHAMPAGNE
*CARBON emissions
*CHALK
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 19961944
- Volume :
- 17
- Issue :
- 10
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Materials (1996-1944)
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 177489543
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.3390/ma17102307