A New Building System Made of Glass Fiber Reinforced Mineral Matrix Composites

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The glass fiber reinforced mineral matrix composite (GFRMMC) solutions allow designing modular structural elements made of prefabricated panels. Important research works on calcium sulphate in the beta anhydride III’ form, led in finding a mixture with increased workability capable to be cast on glass fiber reinforcement and obtaining composite elements. This paper presents the results of designing concept for a new structural system for building houses made of GFRMMC. Prototypes for elements and building system made after the design processes are summarized. Observations of structures regarding the structural behavior, thermal efficiency or indoor air quality are presented in the conclusions. The technology and the structural systems analyzed have many advantages to be considered as an alternative for traditionally building systems.

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