Degradation

A hand holds a small, square-shaped container made from natural fibers, possibly coconut coir, with a blurred garden setting in the background.
A hand holds a small, square-shaped container made from natural fibers, possibly coconut coir, with a blurred garden setting in the background.
A small plant with green and yellow leaves emerges from the cracks between rough, textured concrete walls and broken pavement. The surroundings are composed of various shades of gray and brown, giving a raw and weathered appearance.
A small plant with green and yellow leaves emerges from the cracks between rough, textured concrete walls and broken pavement. The surroundings are composed of various shades of gray and brown, giving a raw and weathered appearance.
A pile of large black cylindrical pipes and pieces of concrete is scattered in an outdoor setting with a grassy background. Among the rubble, a vibrant red flowering plant with lush green leaves stands out, adding a touch of color to the otherwise dull scene.
A pile of large black cylindrical pipes and pieces of concrete is scattered in an outdoor setting with a grassy background. Among the rubble, a vibrant red flowering plant with lush green leaves stands out, adding a touch of color to the otherwise dull scene.
A small plant with delicate green leaves grows against an aged and textured concrete wall. The space has an unfinished, rustic aesthetic, with muted shadows and diffused natural light filtering in. The plant's vibrant green color contrasts with the dull, earthy tones of the wall.
A small plant with delicate green leaves grows against an aged and textured concrete wall. The space has an unfinished, rustic aesthetic, with muted shadows and diffused natural light filtering in. The plant's vibrant green color contrasts with the dull, earthy tones of the wall.
Cracked concrete surface with several small dark debris particles scattered on the ground. Green moss or algae is growing in some of the cracks, indicating dampness. There are a few dry leaves and a small plant with green foliage visible in the top right corner of the image.
Cracked concrete surface with several small dark debris particles scattered on the ground. Green moss or algae is growing in some of the cracks, indicating dampness. There are a few dry leaves and a small plant with green foliage visible in the top right corner of the image.
A small green succulent plant is placed in a stylish geometric concrete pot. The pot sits on a woven, circular jute mat with a rich texture and natural color.
A small green succulent plant is placed in a stylish geometric concrete pot. The pot sits on a woven, circular jute mat with a rich texture and natural color.

Exploring biodegradable concrete under environmental stress conditions.

Biodegradable Concrete Solutions

We model degradation behavior of plant fiber-reinforced concrete under various environmental stresses for urban applications.

Environmental Stress Analysis

Analyzing microbial effects, humidity, and pollution on biodegradable concrete's mechanical integrity and performance.

A concrete structure with a modern architectural design featuring large windows and metal beams. There is a lush garden with various green plants in the foreground. On the left side, there are visible recycling bins. The overall scene is well-lit with natural light.
A concrete structure with a modern architectural design featuring large windows and metal beams. There is a lush garden with various green plants in the foreground. On the left side, there are visible recycling bins. The overall scene is well-lit with natural light.
Structural Reliability Assessment

Evaluating trade-offs between biodegradability and structural reliability in plant fiber-reinforced concrete applications.

Investigating Fiber Compositions

Researching specific fiber compositions for optimal performance in urban built environments like green roofs.
A close-up view of a roughly textured concrete surface with vibrant green grass growing in a rectangular outline around a central stone. The grass appears lush and healthy, contrasting with the coarse, gray concrete.
A close-up view of a roughly textured concrete surface with vibrant green grass growing in a rectangular outline around a central stone. The grass appears lush and healthy, contrasting with the coarse, gray concrete.
A cracked concrete surface with visible weathering and discoloration. In the background, lush green leaves and vegetation can be seen, providing a stark contrast to the rough texture of the concrete.
A cracked concrete surface with visible weathering and discoloration. In the background, lush green leaves and vegetation can be seen, providing a stark contrast to the rough texture of the concrete.

Innovating Biodegradable Concrete Solutions

At Plantcrete, we develop systems to model biodegradable plant fiber-reinforced concrete, analyzing its degradation and mechanical integrity under environmental stresses for sustainable urban infrastructure.

Weathered and cracked concrete surface with patches of green grass sprouting between the fissures. The texture of the concrete is rough, with various shades of gray, and some areas show signs of wear and erosion.
Weathered and cracked concrete surface with patches of green grass sprouting between the fissures. The texture of the concrete is rough, with various shades of gray, and some areas show signs of wear and erosion.
Sustainable Construction Practices
Researching Material Performance

Our research focuses on understanding the impact of various environmental factors on biodegradable concrete, aiming to balance biodegradability with structural reliability in urban applications like green roofs and permeable sidewalks.