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This book presents the select proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Construction Materials and Management (ACMM 2021). It discusses the recent innovations towards construction management, building technology and new materials in practice in civil engineering. Various topics covered include architecture and urban planning, smart materials and structures, GIS in construction application, transportation materials and engineering, geotechnical applications in construction, energy and sustainability, green building technologies and materials and construction management. The book will be useful for beginners, researchers and professionals working in the area of civil engineering.
Reinforced concrete has long been a cornerstone of modern construction, offering strength, durability, and versatility in building structures of all types. As the demand for sustainable, high-performance materials grows, so does the need for continued innovation and advancement in this field. This comprehensive collection of articles brings together the latest research and insights into the many aspects of reinforced concrete. From materials and properties to design and optimization, and even the identification of pathologies and the effects of corrosion, each section offers valuable knowledge and expertise. With contributions from leading experts in the field, this collection provides a comprehensive overview of the latest innovations and research in reinforced concrete. It is an essential resource for researchers, engineers, and practitioners seeking to stay up to date with the latest advancements in this important field.
Structural Design of Buildings: Fundamentals in Design, Management and Sustainability is essential reference for all structural engineers designing buildings and other structures. The book forms part of the Structural Design of Buildings series covering key issues that design professionals face at the outset of a project.
This book provides a comprehensive overview on mechanochemistry including its history, high-energy ball milling process, equipment used and fundamentals behind the observed scientific phenomena. It also shows that mechanochemistry is highly applicable in the field of waste treatment. The text reviews 1017 studies utilizing mostly high-energy ball milling for the treatment of various types of consumer, technogenic and agricultural waste. The text is divided into chapters based on individual waste types. The book presents an Appendix compiling all studies arranged according to the application that the recycled waste is meant for. In this way, readers from both academia and companies interested either in the treatment of a particular waste, or particular application might easily locate sections of interest.
This book presents recent research on sustainable building materials and their various applications. Topics include such items as fiber reinforced concrete, the use of mineral admixtures. self-sensing cement composites, the use of nanomaterials for structural health monitoring and the production of geopolymer mortar. Keywords: Light Transmitting Concrete, Self-Compacting Concrete, Light-Weight Concrete, Polymer Concrete, Porous Concrete, Eco-Friendly Building Material, Cement Composite, Geopolymer Composites, Sustainable Bricks, Cement, Sisal Fiber, Glass Fiber, Nanomaterials, Metakaoline, Fly Ash, Silica Fume, Rice Husk Ash, Oyster Shells, Bitumen, Sugarcane Bagasse Ash, Herbocrete, Waste Foundry Sand, Swell Pressure of Clay, Quarry Dust, Sensors, Topology Optimization, Soil Stabilization.
The book presents the select proceedings of the second International Conference on Materials, Mechanics and Structures (ICMMS 2022). The book highlights the latest developments, innovations and applications in the diverse range of areas of civil engineering. It covers the findings of recent research works across the globe on various topics such as civil engineering materials; concrete and masonry structures; composite structures; structural mechanics; fluid-structure interaction; repair, rehabilitation and retrofitting of the structures; new technologies in structural design and construction; bridge engineering, structural dynamics, earthquake engineering, etc. This book will be useful for beginners, researchers and professionals working in the different areas of civil engineering.
In the face of mounting environmental challenges, there is an urgent need for materials that support sustainable development while minimizing ecological impact. Today, scholars face a formidable challenge: how to reconcile the relentless demand for innovative solutions with materials engineering with consideration for the imperative of sustainability. Tools, Techniques, and Advancements in Engineering Materials Science addresses the critical issue of depleting non-renewable resources and the disruption of natural equilibrium due to industrial and consumer demands. It highlights the necessity for pollution-free environments, reduction of hazardous industrial waste, a shift towards green produ...
This book presents the select proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Construction Materials and Management (ACMM 2021). It discusses the recent innovations towards construction management, building technology and new materials in practice in civil engineering. Various topics covered include architecture and urban planning, smart materials and structures, GIS in construction application, transportation materials and engineering, geotechnical applications in construction, energy and sustainability, green building technologies and materials and construction management. The book will be useful for beginners, researchers and professionals working in the area of civil engineering.