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EXPLORING THE POTENTIAL OF NATURAL FIBERS TO ENHANCE STABILITY AND LOAD-BEARING CAPACITY IN SHALLOW FOUNDATIONS

Resumo

This study investigates innovations in soil reinforcement in civil engineering, employing sisal natural fibers. The primary objective is to enhance load-bearing capacity, stability, and prevent settlements. The research utilized the transparent soil technique, presenting a scaled-down model of a shallow foundation on sand reinforced with varying concentrations of sisal fibers (0%, 0.5%, 1%, and 2%). In the experimental phase, comprehensive tests were conducted, encompassing the physical characterization of materials, fiber tensile strength tests, and load-bearing capacity assessments of the studied solution. Results indicated a substantial enhancement in load-bearing capacity with increasing concentrations of sisal fibers, underscoring the effectiveness of these natural fibers as reinforcement agents. The sustainable and eco-friendly approach of these plant fibers emerges as a promising alternative for soil reinforcement, aligning with principles of sustainability in civil engineering. The conclusion emphasizes the significance of laboratory tests as indispensable tools to evaluate and validate the performance of these innovative solutions, providing valuable insights for future practical applications in engineering projects.

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Soil Reinforcement; Natural Fibers; Shallow Foundations; Load-Bearing Capacity

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