Research Article

Ultrasonic, Molecular and Mechanical Testing Diagnostics in Natural Fibre Reinforced, Polymer-Stabilized Earth Blocks

Table 2

Mixes used (by weight).

Soil mix no.ProportionsSoilAlginateLignumWoolWater

1Unstabilized soil80.0%0.5%19.5%
2Soil + alginate79.5%19.75%0.5%0.25%
3Soil + 0.25% wool79.5%0.5%0.25%19.75%
4Soil + alginate + 0.50% wool79.0%19.5%0.5%0.50%0.50%
5Soil + alginate + 0.25% wool79.5%19.5%0.5%0.25%0.25%