International Journal of Science, Engineering and TechnologyAuthors: Kevadia Chirag Kantilal, Yash Gadhiya, Bhargav Gajera
Abstract: Redone Bricks are a novel, sustainable construction material engineered to address the urgent need for low-carbon alternatives in the building industry. Developed from a mix of quick lime, C&D waste, plastic waste, fly ash, aluminium powder, agricultural waste, and Indian Bedellium (Guggul), these bricks are designed to outperform conventional materials in both environmental impact and mechanical properties. A comparative study was conducted against six alternatives: Stabilized Mud Blocks (SMBs), Conventional Clay Bricks, Fly Ash Bricks, Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Bricks, Fiber-Reinforced Composite (FRC) Bricks, and Plastic Bricks. Redone Bricks demonstrated superior performance with low weight (1.2 lbs), excellent thermal insulation (2–2.5 m²•K/W), reduced water absorption (20%), and high compressive strength (4.3 N/m²). Priced affordably at INR 8 per unit, they offer economic as well as environmental benefits. Critically, Redone Bricks exhibit a remarkably low CO₂ emission of just 0.00206 kg/kg, representing a >99% reduction compared to conventional materials: Fired Clay Bricks (0.335 kg/kg), AAC Blocks (0.23 kg/kg), SMBs and Plastic Bricks (0.48 kg/kg), and even Fly Ash Bricks (0.0228 kg/kg). This positions Redone Bricks as the most environmentally friendly option in the study. Overall, Redone Bricks offer a better path toward greener construction, combining sustainability, performance, and affordability—making them an ideal solution for climate-resilient infrastructure.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15728812
