Investigators at School of Resources & Safety Engineering Detail Findings in Building and Construction (Recycling Single Use Surgical Face Mask Waste for Reinforcing Cement-treated/untreated Dredged Marine Sediments: Strength, Deformation and...).

Researchers in Changsha, China, have explored the potential of recycling single-use surgical face mask waste for reinforcing cement-treated and untreated dredged marine sediments in road construction. The study found that incorporating mask fiber into the sediments significantly improved compression and tensile strength, while also enhancing ductility and residual strength. The research suggests that this innovative approach could offer an environmentally friendly and cost-effective solution for road construction materials. The study was funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province and has been peer-reviewed. [Extracted from the article]