Implementación y evaluación de la viruta del cuero generada en el proceso de rebajado, para el diseño de un concreto hidráulico de f'c 210 kg/cm²

Abstract

This project investigates the feasibility of using leather shavings, a by-product of the leather trimming process, as a partial substitute for stone aggregates in hydraulic concrete production. The central problem it addresses is related to the improper management of leather waste and the search for sustainable solutions in concrete manufacturing, considering that leather shavings are discarded as waste, generating costs and environmental problems. The general objective of the project is to evaluate the mechanical properties and behavior of concrete with leather shavings, setting specific objectives that include the characterization of the material, the design of mixtures, the preparation and testing of specimens, economic and statistical analysis, and the discussion of results. The rationale lies in the need to address the environmental impact of concrete production and promote more sustainable practices, while encouraging knowledge generation and technological development in the field of construction and civil engineering. Ultimately, the project seeks to answer how the incorporation of leather shavings affects the mechanical properties of hydraulic concrete.