A new procedure to adapt any type of soil for the consolidation and construction of earthen structures: projected earth system

Abstract

The “projected earth system” is put forward as an alternative construction method. The soil from each site is adapted following a specific protocol to make it suitable for spraying. The type of construction and the receiving surface determine the machinery and spraying system used (dry or wet mix). The result will be similar in texture and colour to the original material (in the case of earth walls) or to the surrounding material.

Keywords

• mortar
• lime
• carbonation
• fibre reinforcement
• mechanical properties