Innovations and Emerging Technologies in Modular and Prefabricated Building Systems

Dear Colleagues,

The construction industry is increasingly embracing modular and prefabricated systems as sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions to meet modern building demands. These innovative approaches offer significant advantages, including reduced construction time, improved quality control, minimized on-site labour, and enhanced adaptability to diverse design requirements. At the same time, they raise new challenges related to structural integrity, transportation, joint performance, fire safety, energy efficiency, material optimization, and the integration of digital technologies such as Building Information Modelling, automation, and machine learning. 

This Special Issue, “Innovations and Emerging Technologies in Modular and Prefabricated Building Systems”, aims to gather cutting-edge research and practical insights that advance knowledge in the design, analysis, and application of modular and prefabricated construction. Topics of interest include (but are not limited to) the following: structural performance and durability, fire resistance and energy performance, life-cycle assessment and sustainability, optimization of materials and resources, 3D-printed modular connections and advanced fabrication methods, data-driven design, automation, and machine learning applications, and case studies showcasing successful implementations. By bringing together researchers, engineers, and practitioners, this Special Issue seeks to highlight breakthroughs that can shape the future of building structures and accelerate the transition toward more resilient, flexible, and resource-efficient construction methods. 

We warmly invite your contributions to this timely Special Issue.

Dr. Keerthan Poologanathan
Dr. Heshachanaa Rajanayagam
Dr. Irindu Upasiri
Dr. Sifan M. Ibrahim
Guest Editors

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