In the world of fibre-reinforced polymers and composites, basalt fibre is a relatively recent product. It has chemical qualities that are similar to glass fibres, but it has greater physiochemical properties. In comparison to carbon fibre, it is also quite affordable. Basalt fibre is resistant to alkaline, acidic, and salt damage, making it an excellent material for concrete, bridges, and seashore buildings.
Basalt fibre is a continuous fibre created by melting
basalt stone at 1450 to 1500 degrees and passing it through a Platinum rhodium
alloy bushing. It is a new environmental protection fibre known as the 'volcano
rock silk' of the twenty-first century; it is also known as golden fibre
because of its golden brown colour.
Because of its great strength and non-corrosive
qualities, basalt fibre is increasingly being used in building and
infrastructure. Basalt fibre is becoming more popular in the construction and
infrastructure industries due to its environmentally favourable qualities,
compatibility with concrete, and ease of mixing at high concentrations. Basalt
fibre has a higher mechanical strength, which is necessary for building in
harsh environments. Continuous
basalt fibers account for a higher share in the overall basalt
fiber market
these are far less expensive than all other alkali-resistant fibres. As
a result, the building and infrastructure end-use business is predicted to
increase at a fast rate during the next few years.
Current research shows that
basalt fiber has similar creep and fatigue strength as compared to glass.
International bodies such as American Concrete Institute are yet to acknowledge
basalt fibers in their codes and provide specific design guidance. This is
expected to restrain growth of the market over the forecast period.