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View article: Finite element simulation of composite slabs with recycled concrete aggregates: collapse mechanisms and interface behaviour
Finite element simulation of composite slabs with recycled concrete aggregates: collapse mechanisms and interface behaviour Open
The growing use of recycled aggregates in concrete represents a sustainable strategy to reduce the environmental impact of construction, but their influence on structural behaviour remains insufficiently understood. This study presents a n…
View article: Sheep Wool Composite Mortar for Thermo-Mechanical Retrofitting
Sheep Wool Composite Mortar for Thermo-Mechanical Retrofitting Open
The construction sector plays a significant role in heavy resource consumption and waste production, directly or indirectly leading to environmental pollution or ecosystem disruption. In efforts to reduce the sector’s carbon footprint and …
View article: Stochastic Nonlinear SDOF Model and Probabilistic Fragility Assessment of Steel Plates Under Blast Loading
Stochastic Nonlinear SDOF Model and Probabilistic Fragility Assessment of Steel Plates Under Blast Loading Open
We present a reduced-order single-degree-of-freedom (SDOF) formulation that couples non-linear material behaviour with rate-dependent steel properties and explicit uncertainty propagation for steel plates subjected to blast over-pressure. …
View article: Natural Fiber TRM for Integrated Upgrading/Retrofitting
Natural Fiber TRM for Integrated Upgrading/Retrofitting Open
Sustainability in the construction and building sector with the use of greener and more eco-friendly building materials can minimize carbon footprint, which is one of the prime goals of the twenty-first century. The use of natural fibers i…
View article: The Use of Perlite and Rhyolite in Concrete Mix Design: Influence on Physical-Mechanical and Environmental Performance
The Use of Perlite and Rhyolite in Concrete Mix Design: Influence on Physical-Mechanical and Environmental Performance Open
During the last decades, the ever-growing evolution of the construction industry has led to a significant increase in demand for increasingly high-performing construction materials both in terms of mechanical characteristics and sustainabi…
View article: Sustainable Masonry Retrofitting and Upgrading Techniques: A Review
Sustainable Masonry Retrofitting and Upgrading Techniques: A Review Open
This study presents a comprehensive review of various advanced methodologies that have been used to enhance the structural and thermal performance of masonry walls through innovative and sustainable retrofitting/upgrading techniques. Focus…
View article: Explosion venting in dust collectors: A critical review of standards for reduced pressure and reaction force duration
Explosion venting in dust collectors: A critical review of standards for reduced pressure and reaction force duration Open
Dust explosions pose a critical risk in industrial settings. A global survey of incidents from 2016 to 2023 shows that dust collectors remain a leading source of dust fires and explosions, accounting for nearly 25 % of all reported cases i…
View article: Enhancing impact resistance and thermal stability of alkali-activated concrete with nanomaterial integration: a sustainable approach for construction
Enhancing impact resistance and thermal stability of alkali-activated concrete with nanomaterial integration: a sustainable approach for construction Open
Purpose This study aims to explore the potential of alkali-activated concrete (AAC) as a sustainable alternative to ordinary Portland cement (OPC), addressing the critical need to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions associated with cemen…
View article: Enhancing Concrete Sustainability: A Critical Review of the Performance of Recycled Concrete Aggregates (RCAs) in Structural Concrete
Enhancing Concrete Sustainability: A Critical Review of the Performance of Recycled Concrete Aggregates (RCAs) in Structural Concrete Open
In the context of sustainable construction, recycled concrete aggregates (RCAs), including both fine and coarse fractions derived from construction and demolition waste (CDW), are gaining traction due to their potential to mitigate environ…
View article: Jute fiber reinforcement for masonry walls: Integrating structural strength and thermal insulation in sustainable upgrades
Jute fiber reinforcement for masonry walls: Integrating structural strength and thermal insulation in sustainable upgrades Open
Existing masonry buildings require appropriate structural and thermal upgrading to meet structural safety and energy efficiency according to the current standards. Textile Reinforced Mortar (TRM) presents several advantages for masonry str…
View article: Mechanical behavior of composite slabs with recycled concrete aggregates: A preliminary study
Mechanical behavior of composite slabs with recycled concrete aggregates: A preliminary study Open
The imperative to mitigate the environmental footprint of concrete structures is increasingly recognized in scientific and engineering spheres. Of particular concern is the escalating demand for natural aggregates, which prompts the establ…
View article: Enhancing Sustainability in Construction: Water Effect on Jute Fiber Composite Mortar
Enhancing Sustainability in Construction: Water Effect on Jute Fiber Composite Mortar Open
The use and application of natural fiber in the Construction and Building sector is gaining momentum due to its various advantages over synthetic fibers, mainly in terms of sustainability, recyclability, and biodegradability.In this paper,…
View article: Sustainable Retrofitting Solutions: Evaluating the Performance of Jute Fiber Nets and Composite Mortar in Natural Fiber Textile Reinforced Mortars
Sustainable Retrofitting Solutions: Evaluating the Performance of Jute Fiber Nets and Composite Mortar in Natural Fiber Textile Reinforced Mortars Open
Sustainable building materials for integrated (structural and thermal) retrofitting are the need of the hour to retrofit/upgrade the seismic vulnerable and ill-insulated existing building stocks. At the same time, the use of natural fibers…
View article: On the construction stage analysis of historical masonry vaults
On the construction stage analysis of historical masonry vaults Open
A growing interest in the preservation of historical masonry constructions led to analysing in detail the structural behaviour of masonry vaults. In the last decades, several approaches have been proposed to analyse vaults’ behaviour under…
View article: From Flames to Resilience: New Perspectives for the Design of Structures Against Fire Hazards
From Flames to Resilience: New Perspectives for the Design of Structures Against Fire Hazards Open
The catastrophic consequences of fire events in singular buildings (e.g. Nôtre Dame Cathedral) and tunnels (e.g. Hsuehshan and Mont Blanc tunnels) have significantly changed the public perception of fire risk. During a fire, materials and …