ReviewPolymers2025
Bio-Based Stabilization of Natural Soil for Rammed Earth Construction: A Review on Mechanical and Water Durability Performance.
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2 citing papers in PubMed.
- Calcined oyster shell powder as a lime substitute in earthen building materials.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Identification of Key Factors Governing Compressive Strength in Cement-Stabilized Rammed Earth: A Controlled Assessment of Soil Powdering Prior to Mixing.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
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Abstract
Rammed earth (RE), despite being an ancient method of construction, has smoothly integrated into contemporary civil engineering due to its compatibility with current sustainability requirements for housing structures. However, typical RE needs some improvements to fully realize its potential as both a structurally effective and environmentally friendly building technique. As a result, multiple bio-inspired enhancement methods have been suggested to substitute traditional cement or lime stabilizers. This review examines the various efforts made in the past decade to biologically stabilize natural soil for the construction of RE. It provides a brief overview of the different bio-based materials utilized in this area but primarily concentrates on their effects on the mechanical strength and water durability of RE structures. The review also addresses current obstacles that prevent the widespread industrial adoption of this valuable earth-building method and identifies potential directions for future research. Overall, the available literature on the mechanical performance and durability of bio-based rammed earth (BRE) shows encouraging outcomes. Nonetheless, various issues, such as the absence of thorough data on the discussed topics, issues related to the inherent properties of soil and biomaterials, and doubts regarding the reliability of durability evaluation methods, have been identified as factors that could lead to a lack of confidence among RE practitioners in adopting bio-based treatments. This study will provide a solid foundation for future researchers aiming to advance BRE technology, thus enhancing sustainability within the construction sector.
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