Viabilidad teórica de sogas elaboradas con fibra de banano y plástico reciclado para aplicaciones auxiliares en la construcción

Jaime Rolando  Hidalgo Carrasco; Jonathan Joel  Cedillo Medina; Hidalgo Carrasco  Rolando Javier

doi:10.59169/pentaciencias.v8i3.1874

Authors

Jaime Rolando Hidalgo Carrasco Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador https://orcid.org/0009-0004-6101-9191
Jonathan Joel Cedillo Medina Universidad de Guayaquil https://orcid.org/0009-0008-9977-9144
Hidalgo Carrasco Rolando Javier Universidad de Guayaquil https://orcid.org/0009-0008-2521-5661

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59169/pentaciencias.v8i3.1874

Keywords:

Banana fiber; Circular economy; Construction; Recycled plastics; Ropes; Sustainable materials

Abstract

The environmental impact associated with synthetic ropes used in the construction sector, particularly their persistence and potential contribution to microplastic generation, highlights the need for sustainable alternatives that maintain adequate technical performance. In this context, the present study evaluates the theoretical feasibility of using ropes made from banana fiber and recycled plastic for auxiliary construction applications. The research followed a quantitative approach with a descriptive cross-sectional design. Two complementary components were integrated: a review of recent scientific literature on the mechanical properties, treatments, and engineering applications of banana fiber, and an empirical study based on structured surveys administered to professionals involved in construction activities. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and contrasted with reported technical evidence. The results indicate that ropes are frequently used on construction sites, mainly for tying and auxiliary support tasks. Professionals prioritize technical criteria such as tensile strength, durability, safety, and resistance to moisture and abrasion over environmental attributes. However, a favorable disposition toward sustainable alternatives is observed when minimum technical requirements are met and supported by verifiable technical evidence. It is concluded that ropes based on banana fiber and recycled plastic are conceptually viable for non-structural auxiliary uses; nevertheless, their adoption depends on experimental validation, certification, and compliance with technical standards.

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