Polymeric Materials for the Building Industry
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Applications".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 4
Special Issue Editors
Interests: high-performance fibers; microcapsule; self-healing materials
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on Polymeric Materials for the Building Industry, emphasizing the integration of polymer science with civil and materials engineering. The basic principle lies in tailoring polymer structures, functional groups, and composite interfaces to achieve enhanced mechanical performance, durability, and smart responsiveness in construction materials. Topics include self-healing polymers, anti-abrasion and anti-impact composites, polymer-modified ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC), and sustainable polymer-based binders. The Special Issue aims to provide a platform for cutting-edge research on synthesis, characterization, modeling, and engineering applications of advanced polymer systems that drive the next generation of intelligent and durable building materials.
Dr. Wei Du
Prof. Dr. Jing Wu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- polymer self-healing
- interface modification
- ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC)
- impact and abrasion resistance composites
- functional polymer coatings
- sustainable construction materials
- smart polymer systems
- durability enhancement
- nanocomposite reinforcement
- self-sensing polymer concrete
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