Reprint

Advanced Concrete and Construction Materials

Edited by
March 2024
192 pages
  • ISBN978-3-7258-0446-7 (Hardback)
  • ISBN978-3-7258-0445-0 (PDF)

This book is a reprint of the Special Issue Advanced Concrete and Construction Materials that was published in

Business & Economics
Environmental & Earth Sciences
Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities
Summary

The reprint Advanced Concrete and Construction Materials offers a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge research and critical insights into the dynamic field of construction materials and structural engineering. This meticulously curated volume delves beyond the traditional perceptions of concrete, examining transformative microstructures and alternative binders, which hold immense potential for revolutionizing construction practices and reducing the carbon footprint of concrete.Comprising ten diverse studies, the reprint tackles pivotal sustainability, durability, and innovation issues within the construction industry. From enhancing the strength and durability of fly ash aggregate concrete with nanosilica to exploring the utilization of waste tires for reinforcing concrete columns, each contribution offers valuable insights and showcases innovative approaches. Additionally, the reprint delves into numerical modeling techniques for specialized cementitious composites and evaluates the viability of utilizing water-treatment sludge as a sustainable alternative to clay in fired clay bricks.A valuable resource for academic professionals and researchers, this collection underscores the significance of advancing construction materials. By providing a platform for groundbreaking research and critical reviews, it encourages scholars to contribute to the ongoing discourse, thereby shaping the future of construction.

Format
  • Hardback
License
© 2022 by the authors; CC BY-NC-ND license
Keywords
alkali-activated concrete; slag; alkaline solution; hydrochloric acid; cementitious composite; sustainability; plant-based materials; hygroscopicity; durability; bio-aggregate; carbonation front; minimum cover; reinforced concrete structures; eco-friendly; brick; water treatment sludge; environmental pollution; finite element analysis; bond–slip model; load–deflection relationship; failure mode; design method; rubberized concrete; axial strength; confinement; rubber aggregate; energy dissipation; alkali-activated concrete; transport properties; pore structure; water permeability; electrical surface resistivity; bio-cementation; sustainable construction materials; building construction; soil stabilization; Sporosarcina pasteurii; cold-bonded; fly ash aggregate concrete; nanosilica; mechanical properties; durability; microstructure; mechanical properties; durability; fracture-containing concrete; seepage characteristics; fracture–seepage coupling; n/a