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Abstract
Ferrocement is a composite material in which the inherent properties of two constituent materials are best made use of. The filler material-cement sand
mortar call matrix-is reinforced with layers of continuous fibers of
reinforcing mesh in both the principal directions. The subdivision and
distribution of ductile material (wire mesh) through out the matrix increases
the elasticity of it. Bricks or stone masonry exhibits very good results against
axial compressive loads. But its weakness in tension becomes a great cause
of concern. In areas of high seismic zones, the weakness of masonry and
plain concrete against tensile stresses needs to be improved to prevent any
catastrophic failure of the structure during its life time. This could be done
by encasing the structure with ferrocement layer. In such cases, sudden
failure of any structure is eliminated. Ferrocement increases the flexibility
and ductility of a building which is a saught after quality in the earth quake
prone area .