Enhancing Compressive Strength of Concrete Using Coconut Fiber
Enhancing Compressive Strength of Concrete Using Coconut Fiber
Volume 10, Issue 4, April – 2025 International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology
ISSN No:-2456-2165 https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25apr1294
Enhancing Compressive Strength of
Concrete Using Coconut Fiber
Varsha Lanjewar1; Sameer Lichade2; Diksha Shendre3; Hemant Kapgate4;
Saloni Dongre5; Harshila Bramhankar6; Abhijit Parshuramkar7
1
Assistant Professor; 2,3,4,5,6,7Students,
1,2,3,4,5,6,7
Department of Civil Engineering, MIET Shahapur, Bhandara, Maharashtra, India
Publication Date: 2025/05/15
Abstract: This study looks at how adding natural coconut fiber affects the strength of M25 concrete. Concrete mixes with
1%, 2%, and 3% fiber (by weight of cement) were tested after 7 and 28 days. The results show that the right amount of fiber
can improve strength and help use waste materials in a useful way.
Keywords: Coconut Fiber, Fiber Reinforced Concrete (FRC), Compressive Strength, M25 Grade, Sustainable Construction.
How to Cite: Varsha Lanjewar; Sameer Lichade; Diksha Shendre; Hemant Kapgate; Saloni Dongre; Harshila Bramhankar; Abhijit
Parshuramkar. (2025). Enhancing Compressive Strength of Concrete Using Coconut Fiber. International Journal of
Innovative Science and Research Technology, 10(4), 3747-3749. https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25apr1294.
I. INTRODUCTION II. METHODOLOGY
Concrete is the most widely used construction material Collection of Materials:
due to its versatile properties and economic availability.
However, it is inherently brittle and weak in tension. To Cement: PPC (Grade 25)
overcome this drawback, fiber reinforcement has been Coconut Fiber: Collected from temples
introduced into concrete mixes. While synthetic fibers have
shown promising results, the environmental impact of their Material Property Analysis
production and disposal calls for the use of natural Concrete Mix Design with Coconut Fibers
alternatives. Coconut fiber, an agricultural by-product, Casting and De-mouldin
presents an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution. The
primary aim of this research is to study the compressive
strength of M25 grade concrete mixed with varying
percentages of coconut fiber.
Aim
The aim of this project is to enhance the compressive
strength of M25 grade concrete by incorporating natural
coconut fiber as a reinforcing material, and to evaluate its
effectiveness by comparing it with conventional concrete
through 7-day and 28-day compressive strength tests.
Objective
To determine the effect of coconut fiber on the
compressive strength of M25 grade concrete.
Fig 1: Coconut Fiber
To compare compressive strength results for different
fiber contents (1%, 2%, and 3%) at 7 and 28 days.
Analysis of Properties of Materials
To identify the optimum percentage of coconut fiber for
maximum strength.
Material Properties
Fiber Treatment: Coconut hair fibers were cleaned using
a coconut oil and water mix.
Water: Fresh tap water from the concrete lab was used.
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Fine Aggregate: Locally available sand passing a 4.75 III. RESULT
mm sieve.
Coarse Aggregate: 20 mm size crushed stone. The compressive strength of both conventional concrete
and coconut fiber reinforced concrete (CFRC) was tested at 7
Mix Details days and 28 days of curing. The results demonstrate the
effect of fiber inclusion on the mechanical performance of
Mix Ratio: 1:1.704:2.94 (cement:sand:coarse aggregate) M25 grade concrete.
Water-Cement Ratio: 0.57
Mould Size: Square mould with an area of 150 cm²
Casting Procedure Concrete Mix Ratio (Cement: Fine Aggregate: Coarse
Concrete was placed in moulds, compacted to remove Aggregate): 1: 1.704: 2.94.
voids, and leveled. Moulds were removed once the mix had
set adequately.
Fig 2: Concrete Setting Fig 3: Testing Compressive Strength of Cubes
Compressive Strength Test
Table 1: Conventional Concrete
SR. NO. DAYS COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH IN MPa
1 7 19.25
2 28 29.62
Table 2: Coconut Fiber (1%)
SR. NO. DAYS COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH IN MPa
1 7 25.18
2 28 29.11
Table 3: Coconut Fiber (2%)
SR. NO. DAYS COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH IN MPa
1 7 26.66
2 28 37.19
Table 4: Coconut Fiber (3%)
SR. NO. DAYS COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH IN MPa
1 7 25.18
2 28 33.78
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Fig 4: Graphical Representation of Compressive Strength at 7 and 28 Days
IV. CONCLUSION [4]. Noor Md. Sadiqul Hassan, Habibur Rahman Sobuz
(2012),“Use of coconut fibre in production of
The incorporation of coconut fiber into M25 concrete structural light weight concrete”, Journal of applied
improves its compressive strength up to an optimal level of sciences 12(9) 831- 839, 2012
2%. This study shows that: [5]. IS 10262:2019 - Concrete Mix Proportioning
Guidelines
Coconut fiber enhances concrete strength due to improved [6]. IS 456:2000 - Plain and Reinforced Concrete - Code
crack-bridging and energy absorption. of Practice
The optimal fiber percentage is 2% by weight of cement [7]. IS 516:1959 - Method of Tests for Strength of
for maximum compressive strength. Concrete
Beyond this limit, excess fibers may hinder compaction,
reducing strength.
The use of natural fiber promotes sustainable construction
practices and reduces environmental impact.
This investigation encourages further research into
long-term durability, flexural behavior, and cost analysis of
natural fiber reinforced concrete.
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