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Advanced Studies in Structural Performance, Durability, and Constractional Improvements of Reinforced Concrete Structures

A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Building Structures".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 July 2026 | Viewed by 2697

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Neda Asgarkhani

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Department of Building Engineering, Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdansk University of Technology, 80-233 Gdansk, Poland
Interests: artificial intelligence; machine learning; concrete material; cementless concrete; retrofitting; reinforced concrete
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Dr. Farzin Kazemi

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Department of Building Engineering, Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdansk University of Technology, 80-233 Gdansk, Poland
Interests: machine learning; shape memory alloy; reinforced concrete; alkali-activated concrete seismic risk; retrofitting; soil–structure interaction
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Reinforced concrete (RC) remains one of the most widely used construction materials worldwide due to its versatility, strength, and cost-effectiveness. However, growing concerns related to aging infrastructure, environmental degradation, and increasing seismic and climate-related demands necessitate advanced research regarding improvements in the performance and durability of RC structures. This Special Issue aims to highlight recent innovations in the analysis, design, materials, and retrofitting techniques that enhance both the structural integrity and long-term sustainability of RC systems. Key areas of interest include advanced modeling and experimental studies on structural performance under extreme loads, the integration of smart and sustainable materials, novel construction methods, and the development of performance-based design strategies. In addition, we welcome the submission of articles that focus on the application of fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC), high-performance concrete (HPC), corrosion-resistant systems, alkali-activated HPC and UHPC, and life-cycle assessment (LCA).

By placing enhanced emphasis on resilient and sustainable infrastructure, this Special Issue provides a platform for researchers and practitioners to share innovative findings and practical solutions that address both current challenges and future needs.

Dr. Neda Asgarkhani
Dr. Farzin Kazemi
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • reinforced concrete (RC) structures
  • structural performance
  • structural durability
  • constructional improvements
  • seismic performance
  • structural health monitoring
  • material degradation
  • concrete technology
  • high-performance concrete (HPC)
  • fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC)
  • corrosion resistance
  • service life prediction
  • retrofitting techniques
  • nonlinear analysis
  • structural rehabilitation
  • crack propagation
  • load-bearing capacity
  • sustainable construction materials
  • experimental testing
  • finite element modeling (FEM)
  • life-cycle assessment (LCA)
  • structural optimization
  • advanced cementitious materials
  • damage assessment
  • smart materials in RC
  • machine learning methods
  • data-driven methods
  • artificial neural networks
  • data-based predictive models

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Influence of Shear Wall Area-to-Floor Area Ratios and Configurations on the Seismic Response of Tall RC Building Structures: An Overview of Adana After the 2023 Kahramanmaraş Earthquakes
by Julide Yuzbasi, Marijana Hadzima-Nyarko, Ercan Işık, Alper Demirci, Ehsan Harirchian, Aydın Büyüksaraç, Fatih Avcil and Abdullah Özçelik
Buildings 2026, 16(9), 1658; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings16091658 - 23 Apr 2026
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On 6 February 2023, Türkiye was struck by two devastating earthquakes with moment magnitudes of 7.8 and 7.6, causing severe damage to numerous tall reinforced concrete buildings and emphasizing the need for improved seismic design strategies. This study investigates the seismic response of [...] Read more.
On 6 February 2023, Türkiye was struck by two devastating earthquakes with moment magnitudes of 7.8 and 7.6, causing severe damage to numerous tall reinforced concrete buildings and emphasizing the need for improved seismic design strategies. This study investigates the seismic response of a representative high-rise reinforced concrete building by systematically varying the shear wall area-to-floor area ratio, a key parameter directly influencing lateral stiffness and overall stability. Utilizing a solid modeling approach and incorporating three-directional seismic records, this research provides detailed insights into displacement behavior beyond conventional frame-based analyses. Focusing on Adana, a major urban center with a significant concentration of tall buildings and notable seismic risk, three design scenarios with shear wall ratios of 1.14%, 1.54%, and 2.1% were examined. The results demonstrate that increasing the shear wall cross-sectional area compared to the building plan area significantly reduces lateral and vertical displacements, with the most pronounced improvement observed when moving from 1.14% to 1.54%. Further increase to 2.1% provides additional enhancement in seismic performance. This study suggests that adopting a minimum shear wall area-to-floor area ratio of at least 2% along each principal direction (resulting in a total combined ratio of approximately 4% for the building) can substantially improve seismic resilience and mitigate collapse risk in tall structures. Importantly, the shear wall ratios were considered separately for each principal direction, with the total combined ratio doubling, highlighting the need for balanced wall distribution in both directions. Full article
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Numerical Prediction for Reinforced Concrete Beams Subjected to Monotonic Fatigue Loading Using Various Concrete Damage Models
by Nagwa Ibrahim, Said Elkholy and Ahmed Godat
Buildings 2026, 16(1), 175; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings16010175 - 30 Dec 2025
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In the literature, fatigue-loaded reinforced concrete (RC) beams have been the subject of several experimental investigations; however, few numerical studies have specifically examined this behavior. The primary goal of this study is to create and validate a comprehensive nonlinear finite element (FE) modeling [...] Read more.
In the literature, fatigue-loaded reinforced concrete (RC) beams have been the subject of several experimental investigations; however, few numerical studies have specifically examined this behavior. The primary goal of this study is to create and validate a comprehensive nonlinear finite element (FE) modeling framework that combines an existing concrete damage model with specialized modelling techniques (e.g., material modelling, structural modelling, mesh configuration) to forecast the behaviour of reinforced concrete beams under monotonic fatigue loads and track the failure progress. This was accomplished by implementing suitable constitutive and structural models pertaining to concrete and reinforcing steel using VecTor2 finite element software. The Lü concrete damage model, which accounts for the accumulated damage in the concrete at each loading cycle, was taken from the literature to enhance the numerical findings. A number of published experimental tests conducted under monotonic fatigue loading were used to assess the accuracy of the suggested numerical model. The obtained numerical results demonstrated that the FE model may be used to simulate the monotonic fatigue behaviour of various RC beam types. The monotonic fatigue results were significantly improved by applying the Lü concrete damage model. Additionally, the FE model was implemented into practice to offer valuable information on failure mechanisms, fracture patterns, and strain profiles at different loading cycles. Full article
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Study of Mechanical and Fracture Properties of Concrete with Different Lengths of Polypropylene Fibers
by Kristýna Hrabová, Jaromír Láník and Petr Lehner
Buildings 2025, 15(17), 3041; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings15173041 - 26 Aug 2025
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This study investigates the effect of polypropylene fibers of different lengths (54 mm, 38 mm, 19 mm) on the mechanical and fracture properties of high-strength concrete. Unlike most existing research focusing on a single fiber length, this work evaluates a fixed hybrid ratio [...] Read more.
This study investigates the effect of polypropylene fibers of different lengths (54 mm, 38 mm, 19 mm) on the mechanical and fracture properties of high-strength concrete. Unlike most existing research focusing on a single fiber length, this work evaluates a fixed hybrid ratio of 4:1:1, thereby addressing the synergistic action of macro- and microfibers. Three dosages were tested and compared to a reference mixture without fibers. Validation was performed by repeated testing of multiple specimens and statistical evaluation of mean values and standard deviations. The results showed that the optimal hybrid mixture (2.0/0.5/0.5 kg/m3) increased compressive strength by 28.7% and splitting tensile strength by 30.1% relative to the reference. Fracture toughness and specific fracture energy also improved significantly, demonstrating enhanced crack resistance and energy absorption. The main contribution of this work is to provide experimental evidence that a hybrid combination of polypropylene fibers at a fixed ratio can improve both mechanical strength and fracture resistance, with direct implications for durability and service life. Full article
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