Influencia del efecto alcalino en las propiedades mecánicas del mortero reforzado con fibras de abacá.

Abstract

The present research has the purpose of analyzing the mechanical behavior of reinforced mortar with abaca fibers, previously treated with a 3% of NaOH solution. It has been determined the most accurate size and dosage, the same that corresponds to 3cm and 0,2% of the total solid’s weight. It’s important to mention that the abaca fiber used in this work shows interesting results in comparison to other natural fibers. TGA, traction, and water absorption has been performed to the fiber. On the other hand, the mechanical behavior of mortars reinforced with abaca fibers has given promising results which leads us to promote future researches with the main objective of analyzing fracture, the same that was performed in this investigation, but for some reasons it couldn’t be achieved. In addition, durability analysis is suggested.