RMIT Researchers Develop Cement-Free Rammed Earth Building Material Using Cardboard Formwork
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Elissaveta M Brandon
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Summary
RMIT researchers have developed an innovative building material that encases rammed earth in permanent cardboard formwork, eliminating the need for cement typically required in traditional rammed earth construction. This sustainable approach maintains the structural integrity of rammed earth while using cardboard as permanent formwork, potentially revolutionizing sustainable building practices by reducing cement usage and environmental impact.
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Typically, rammed earth walls are made by compacting layers of soil mixed with about 8 to 10 per cent cement inside temporary moulds designed to improve strength and durability.
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