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View article: Mechanical behavior of bio-aggregates based buildings materials
Mechanical behavior of bio-aggregates based buildings materials Open
This Technical Letter examines the mechanical behaviour of bio-aggregate building materials (BBM), focusing on their performance under compressive, flexural and shear loading. The study synthesises the findings of various RILEM technical c…
View article: Mechanical behavior of bio-based concrete under various loadings and factors affecting its mechanical properties at the composite scale: A state-of-the-art review
Mechanical behavior of bio-based concrete under various loadings and factors affecting its mechanical properties at the composite scale: A state-of-the-art review Open
The utilization of environmentally friendly materials derived from agricultural sources is becoming more prevalent in the construction industry. Many studies have already been conducted on various agro-resources, providing a variety of inf…
View article: Unlocking Resilience: Examining the Influence of Fluid Viscous Dampers on Seismic Performance of Reinforced-concrete Structures in Earthquake-prone Regions
Unlocking Resilience: Examining the Influence of Fluid Viscous Dampers on Seismic Performance of Reinforced-concrete Structures in Earthquake-prone Regions Open
In high seismicity regions like Algeria, the seismic performance of structures is of paramount importance. This study investigates the effectiveness of fluid viscous dampers (FVDs) in enhancing the seismic resilience of a 12-story (G+12) r…
View article: RILEM TC-275 (HDB): Presentation of TC HDB and mechanical performances of hemp concrete of the specimen of the round robin test
RILEM TC-275 (HDB): Presentation of TC HDB and mechanical performances of hemp concrete of the specimen of the round robin test Open
This study delves into the mechanical performance of hemp concrete – a sustainable construction material – with a focus on how the orientation of the hemp shiv affects its mechanical properties. Employing uniaxial compression testing and a…
View article: A New Experimental Setup to Characterize Binder–Vegetal Particle Compatibility in Plant-Based Concrete
A New Experimental Setup to Characterize Binder–Vegetal Particle Compatibility in Plant-Based Concrete Open
The good insulation properties and the low carbon footprint of vegetal concretes make them promising materials whose use tends to grow continuously. To produce optimized building materials, a better understanding of the interfacial transit…
View article: Enhancing Bio-Based Concrete Mechanical Properties: A Novel Approach with Composite Sandwiches and Confined Cylinders
Enhancing Bio-Based Concrete Mechanical Properties: A Novel Approach with Composite Sandwiches and Confined Cylinders Open
This paper addresses the growing use of bio-based materials in Europe, thanks to their low embodied energy and carbon sequestration. Despite favorable hygrothermal and acoustic properties, the inherent challenge lies in the low mechanical …
View article: Utilization of air granulated basic oxygen furnace slag as a binder in belite calcium sulfoaluminate cement: A sustainable alternative
Utilization of air granulated basic oxygen furnace slag as a binder in belite calcium sulfoaluminate cement: A sustainable alternative Open
Basic oxygen furnace (BOF) slag negatively impacts ordinary Portland cement performance when replacement levels exceed 5%. This necessitates the exploration of alternative applications for the slag. Simultaneously, a high-volume slag utili…
View article: Analysis of Mechanical and Thermal Performance and Environmental Impact of Flax-Fiber-Reinforced Gypsum Boards
Analysis of Mechanical and Thermal Performance and Environmental Impact of Flax-Fiber-Reinforced Gypsum Boards Open
Gypsum board is a building material known for its various qualities and functional characteristics, including its low density, fire resistance, thermal insulation, moisture regulation, and decorative appeal. However, it is important to con…
View article: Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Hygrothermal Transfer through Bio-Based Materials: An Application to Wood–Cement Walls
Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Hygrothermal Transfer through Bio-Based Materials: An Application to Wood–Cement Walls Open
In the context of the energy transition, new construction materials are emerging, notably bio-based materials such as wood concrete. This paper investigates the hygrothermal performance of walls constructed with wood–cement concrete. First…
View article: Enhancing the Seismic Response of Residential RC Buildings with an Innovative Base Isolation Technique
Enhancing the Seismic Response of Residential RC Buildings with an Innovative Base Isolation Technique Open
The prediction of the magnitude and impact of forthcoming earthquakes remains an elusive challenge in the field of science. Consequently, extensive research efforts have been directed toward the development of earthquake-resistant design s…
View article: Influence of bioresource variability on the hydration of mineral binders
Influence of bioresource variability on the hydration of mineral binders Open
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View article: RILEM TC 266-MRP - Round-Robin Rheological Tests on High Performance Mortar and Concrete with Adapted Rheology: Evaluating Structural Build-up at Rest of Mortar and Concrete
RILEM TC 266-MRP - Round-Robin Rheological Tests on High Performance Mortar and Concrete with Adapted Rheology: Evaluating Structural Build-up at Rest of Mortar and Concrete Open
This paper presents the results of a round-robin testing program undertaken by RILEM TC-266 - Measuring Rheological Properties of Cement-Based Materials in May 2018 at the Université d’Artois in Bethune France. Five types of rheometers wer…
View article: Modeling the Thermoelastic Bending of Ferric Oxide (Fe2O3) Nanoparticles-Enhanced RC Slabs
Modeling the Thermoelastic Bending of Ferric Oxide (Fe2O3) Nanoparticles-Enhanced RC Slabs Open
Nanoparticles, by virtue of their amorphous nature and high specific surface area, exhibit ideal pozzolanic activity which leads to the formation of additional C-S-H gel by reacting with calcium hydroxide, resulting in a denser matrix. The…
View article: Influence of Seashell on the Physical, Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Brick Mortar Mixtures
Influence of Seashell on the Physical, Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Brick Mortar Mixtures Open
Background: In this work, the effect of crushed cockle shell (CCS) and mixed seashell (MS) as shell sand in cement hydraulic lime brick mortar was investigated. The seashells aggregates came from the shell middens of Mauritania. Objective:…
View article: Trends and opportunities of using local sustainable building materials in the Middle East and North Africa region
Trends and opportunities of using local sustainable building materials in the Middle East and North Africa region Open
In recent decades, most of construction activities have been taking place in developing countries such as the Middle East and North Africa region. The expansion in infrastructure has great impact in the technological, social, economic and …
View article: Fatigue behavior of damaged concrete beams repaired with composite material
Fatigue behavior of damaged concrete beams repaired with composite material Open
By the present paper, an analytical model was developed to study the cracked FRP-strengthened reinforced concrete beams subjected to fatigue loading. In order to follow the distribution of interfacial shear stresses causing the debonding p…
View article: A Review on the Incorporation of Diatomaceous Earth as a Geopolymer-Based Concrete Building Resource
A Review on the Incorporation of Diatomaceous Earth as a Geopolymer-Based Concrete Building Resource Open
The development of geopolymer building composites at a lower cost with a smaller carbon footprint may lessen the growing concerns about global warming brought on by emissions of a critical greenhouse gas (CO2) paired with the high producti…
View article: Effect of hemp on cement hydration: Experimental characterization of the interfacial transition zone
Effect of hemp on cement hydration: Experimental characterization of the interfacial transition zone Open
Hempcrete is low carbon footprint building material, which consists in a mix of a cement and/or lime binder and vegetal particles (shiv). Its high porosity and low density give it good insulation, hygrothermal and acoustic properties. On t…
View article: A 1D Model for Predicting Heat and Moisture Transfer through a Hemp-Concrete Wall Using the Finite-Element Method
A 1D Model for Predicting Heat and Moisture Transfer through a Hemp-Concrete Wall Using the Finite-Element Method Open
Plant-based concrete is a construction material which, in addition to having a very low environmental impact, exhibits excellent hygrothermal comfort properties. It is a material which is, as yet, relatively unknown to engineers in the fie…
View article: CHARACTERIZATION OF LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE IMPREGNATED WITH CEMENT AND CAMEROONIAN CHARCOAL AS COARSE LIGHTWEIGHT AGGREGATE
CHARACTERIZATION OF LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE IMPREGNATED WITH CEMENT AND CAMEROONIAN CHARCOAL AS COARSE LIGHTWEIGHT AGGREGATE Open
This paper reports the results of a study on the formulation and characterization of lightweight concrete made with Cameroonian charcoal as coarse lightweight aggregate. Lightweight concrete is an old material and has been known around the…