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@article{203615,
        author = {Abi S Anil and Ebi L Baiju and Praveen George T and Hoshea R and Vidya J S},
        title = {Experimental Analysis of Lime Stabilized Compressed Earth Bricks as A Sustainable Alternative to Fired Clay Bricks},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {no},
        pages = {203-206},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=203615},
        abstract = {The environmental impact associated with conventional fired clay bricks, particularly in terms of high energy consumption and carbon emissions, has necessitated the exploration of sustainable alternatives in the construction industry. This study presents a comprehensive experimental investigation on lime-stabilized compressed earth bricks (LSCEBs) produced using clay soil. It is applicable in various types of soil, there are other studies that showing lime-stabilized compressed earth bricks (LSCEBs) can be also manufactures in Black cotton and alluvial soil. soil was stabilized with hydrated lime at proportions of 3%, 6%, 9%, and 12% by weight and compacted under a pressure of 10 Ton. In most of the region where Cost and Transporting of building materials is not applicable. Then the Compressed brick can be mould at the construction site itself. The bricks were manufactured without kiln firing and compacted using a mechanical press applying a load of 10 tons within a mould of dimensions 150 × 150 × 150 mm. Detailed material characterization was performed through sieve analysis, Atterberg limits, pH testing, and litmus tests to evaluate the suitability of the soil and the effectiveness of lime stabilization. Compressive strength, density, and overall performance were evaluated. To ensure standard testing accuracy, compressive strength was determined using smaller specimens. The results demonstrate that lime stabilization significantly improves the engineering properties of clay soil through pozzolanic reactions, resulting in durable and eco-friendly construction units. The study concludes that LSCEBs provide a technically viable, economically feasible, and environmentally sustainable alternative for modern construction.},
        keywords = {Compressed Earth Bricks, Lime Stabilization, Clay Soil, Sustainable Construction, Compressive Strength, Pozzolanic Reaction},
        month = {May},
        }