• Mr. U. Praveen Goud

This study explores the material properties and experimental analysis of papercrete, a sustainable construction material made from wastepaper. The methodology comprises nine major parts, including material collection, preliminary tests, and mix optimization. Raw paper undergoes meticulous processing to produce paper sludge, a key ingredient in papercrete manufacturing. Various tests on cement, aggregates, and water ensure compliance with standards and reliable performance. Concrete mix design focuses on achieving desired strength, workability, and cost-effectiveness, considering factors like water-cement ratio and aggregate size. Experimental analysis involves testing different mix proportions for workability, compressive strength, and split tensile strength. Notably, compressive strength tests on papercrete cubes reveal strengths ranging from 8.92 N/mm² to 26.7 N/mm² at 7, 14, and 28 days, respectively. Differences between papercrete and clay bricks are highlighted, including weight, water absorption, and compressive strength variations. Water absorption and fire resistance tests demonstrate papercrete's suitability for construction, with absorption rates of 25% and fire resistance of up to 4 hours. Comprehensive documentation ensures transparency and reliability in reporting experimental findings.

Papercrete, Sustainable construction, Compressive strength. Mix design, and Experimental analysis.

"Unveiling Paper Crete's Construction Feasibility: An Experimental Analysis", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 4, page no.h802-h807, April-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2404793.pdf

"Unveiling Paper Crete's Construction Feasibility: An Experimental Analysis", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 4, page no. pph802-h807, April-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2404793.pdf