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@article{201444,
        author = {Dr. T. Kiran Kumar and Billa Mary Grace},
        title = {A STUDY ON STRENGTH AND DURABILITY OF PLASTIC WASTE -BASED BITUMINOUS BRICKS.},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {12},
        pages = {3832-3835},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=201444},
        abstract = {This study focuses on the effective management and recycling of plastic waste by utilizing it in the production of paving bricks, thereby reducing the consumption and cost of conventional raw materials used in construction. A series of experimental investigations were carried out using different material combinations to develop an improved paving brick with maximum incorporation of shredded plastic waste as a partial aggregate. In this approach, bitumen is used as a binding material instead of conventional binders such as cement. The use of bitumen enhances important properties of the paving bricks, including flexibility, durability, and resistance to water penetration. Incorporation of plastic waste in the mix not only reduces the overall weight of the bricks but also improves their strength, reliability, and other physical characteristics when compared to conventional bricks. Additionally, small quantities of metal chips, M-sand, and aluminum mesh are included in the mix to further enhance the strength of the bricks. The prepared mixture is heated in a controlled environment at temperatures ranging from 150°C to 300°C until a semi-fluid state is achieved. This material is then poured into molds of the desired shape and allowed to cool, forming the final brick units.Subsequently, cost analysis and compressive strength tests were conducted to evaluate the performance of the developed bricks. The results demonstrate that this method provides a viable and sustainable solution for addressing the growing issue of plastic waste disposal while producing durable construction materials.},
        keywords = {Plastic waste bricks, Bituminous bricks, Sustainable construction materials, Waste plastic recycling, Compressive strength, Water absorption, Lightweight bricks, Polymer modified bricks, Eco friendly paving blocks, Construction waste utilization.},
        month = {May},
        }