CoRncrete: A Starch Based Building Material

Starch is a natural polymer that is commonly used as a cooking ingredient. It is renewable and biodegradable, making it an interesting material for industrial applications, such as the production of bioplastics. This study introduces a new construction material called CoRncrete, which is made by mixing corn starch with sand and water. The mixture is self-compacting when wet and is poured into a mold before being heated in a microwave or oven. This heating process causes a gelatinization process that results in a hardened material with compressive strength up to 26 MPa. The study looks at factors that affect the strength of CoRncrete, such as water content, sand aggregate size, and heating procedure. The researchers also discuss the degradation and sustainability aspects of CoRncrete, as well as potential limitations in its application. Overall, CoRncrete is a promising and environmentally friendly construction material that could have a variety of applications in the future.