Experimental investigation of load-bearing capacity of three-layer panels with insolation layer based on rice crete

Abstract

This article presents the results of full-scale experimental testing of wall panels based on rice crete made with rice husk as the organic filler. The panels are designed as three-layer structural elements, with rice crete forming the middle insulating layer and self-compacting lightweight reinforced concrete forming the outer structural layers. The aim of the study is to evaluate the strength, crack resistance, and deformation characteristics of such panels under static vertical load. The experimental tests were conducted on panels of actual dimensions, using standard procedures. The load-deformation behavior, crack formation, and failure mechanisms were analyzed. The results confirm the potential use of these panels in low-rise energy-efficient and earthquake-resistant buildings.