Research Article

Effect of Fiber Treatments on the Mechanical Properties of Sisal Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Composites

Table 1

Properties of sisal fiber.

Fiber propertiesResult

Fiber length30 mm
Fiber diameter0.15–0.18 mm
Aspect ratio166–200
Tensile strength517.2–602.7 MPa
Modulus of elasticity9.2–13.1 GPa
Elongation (%)2–2.4%
ColorCreamy white
ShapeStraight
Water absorption93.05%