Author(s): Sandeep Pannu and Ishan Dahiya

Abstract: This review explores the dual benefits of using waste tyre steel fibres (WTSFs) in concrete, addressing both mechanical enhancement and environmental sustainability. Concrete reinforced with WTSFs shows notable improvements in tensile, flexural, and compressive strength, especially under dynamic and post-cracking conditions. Optimal fibre dosage, length, and hybrid configurations significantly impact performance, while careful mix design is necessary to manage reduced workability. Environmental advantages include reduction in landfill waste, lower embodied carbon, and alignment with circular economy principles. Studies confirm that WTSFs can match or exceed the performance of industrial fibres in many structural applications while offering a sustainable use for millions of discarded tyres. This positions WTSF-reinforced concrete as a viable solution for eco-efficient, high-performance construction.

DOI: 10.22271/27078329.2025.v4.i1a.39

Pages: 44-49 | Views: 69 | Downloads: 39

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