Innovative Intelligent Materials and Application Technologies for the Optimization of the Building Engineering Lifecycle
A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Building Materials, and Repair & Renovation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 December 2026 | Viewed by 6
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The rapid development of innovative intelligent materials and their associated application technologies is reshaping the paradigm of lifecycle optimization in building engineering. The construction industry is facing increasing pressures related to sustainability, durability, and resource efficiency. In response, intelligent material systems with adaptive, responsive, and multifunctional characteristics are emerging as key drivers. These materials enhance performance across all lifecycle stages, including design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
In recent years, significant advances in intelligent materials—such as self-healing concrete, shape memory alloys, nanomaterials, and multifunctional composites—have demonstrated remarkable potential in improving structural reliability and durability. Furthermore, the integration of these materials with advanced application technologies enables real-time performance feedback, damage detection, and adaptive response mechanisms. These capabilities contribute to the enhanced safety, reduced maintenance costs, and improved lifecycle efficiency of building systems.
This Special Issue aims to highlight the latest research advances and practical applications of intelligent materials and related technologies for lifecycle optimization in building engineering. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: smart and multifunctional construction materials; self-healing and adaptive materials; material–structure interaction; sustainable and low-carbon materials; and the integration of intelligent materials with structural health monitoring and other advanced technologies.
Original research articles, review papers, and case studies are welcome. We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions.
Dr. Zhiqiang Dong
Dr. Ziqing Liu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- intelligent materials
- self-healing materials
- adaptive materials
- multifunctional materials
- smart composites
- structural strengthening
- structural monitoring
- durability assessment
- damage detection
- sensor technologies
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