Embodiments relate to an enhanced method for building walls by primarily reducing the time for assembly. The designs are for molded multi-segment plastic composite construction blocks that interlock horizontally, vertically and orthogonally with a clearance-fit, do not require mortar for structural integrity and are self-aligning. The blocks are molded out of natural-fiber reinforced recycled thermoplastic composites and are stronger and lighter than CMU's.
E04B 2/18 - Walls having cavities in, but not between, the elements, i.e. each cavity being enclosed by at least four sides forming part of one single element using elements having specially designed means for stabilising the position by interlocking of projections or inserts with indentations, e.g. of tongues, grooves, dovetails
Natural fiber composite construction materials including boards, siding, railroad ties, standing seam roofing panels, roofing panels that support solar-electric modules, and roofing panels that support vegetation are provided. In various embodiments, composite construction materials comprise about 50-60% kenaf fiber.
E04F 15/10 - Flooring or floor layers composed of a number of similar elements of other materials, e.g. fibrous or chipped materials, organic plastics, magnesite, hardboard
C08K 3/01 - Use of inorganic substances as compounding ingredients characterised by their specific function
E01B 3/44 - Transverse or longitudinal sleepersOther means resting directly on the ballastway for supporting rails made from other materials only if the material is essential
E04F 13/16 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements of fibres or chips, e.g. bonded with synthetic resins
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