Ecological Brick Production from Recycled Rubber from EoL and Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
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Keywords

Ecological Bricks
Rubber
Polyethylene Terephthalate
Mechanics

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Atencio Layme, C. Y. (2025). Ecological Brick Production from Recycled Rubber from EoL and Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET). Journal SCIENCEVOLUTION, 4(2), 210–222. https://doi.org/10.61325/ser.v4i2.195

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Abstract

The objective of this study is to develop ecological bricks using recycled rubber from end-of-life tires (EoL) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET), partially replacing conventional aggregate materials and to demonstrate that they meet physical and mechanical properties. To this end, an experimental method with a quantitative approach was employed. Three treatments were carried out using different proportions of PET and EoL: T-12%, T-24%, and T-36%. The results showed that compressive strength decreased as the proportion of plastic and recycled rubber increased, with the T-12% sample exhibiting the highest strength (14.82 kg/cm²). Regarding water absorption, blocks with higher PET and EoL content showed increased absorption, reaching 11.15% for the T-36% treatment. Conversely, the T-12% treatment recorded the highest density (1.88 g/cm³), indicating superior structural characteristics. This study demonstrates that ecological bricks made with recycled materials such as PET and EoL can serve as a viable and sustainable alternative for construction. However, further optimization of material proportions is necessary to enhance mechanical and functional performance. The findings pave the way for future research on the integration of recycled materials in the construction sector, with the potential to reduce environmental pollution and contribute to more sustainable development in Peru.

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