05583nam 2201177z- 450 991055771450332120231214133103.0(CKB)5400000000046180(oapen)https://directory.doabooks.org/handle/20.500.12854/76278(EXLCZ)99540000000004618020202201d2021 |y 0engurmn|---annantxtrdacontentcrdamediacrrdacarrierInnovative Materials for ConstructionBasel, SwitzerlandMDPI - Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute20211 electronic resource (212 p.)3-0365-0166-5 3-0365-0167-3 Most of the typical materials employed in today’s constructions present limitations, especially concerning their durability, in either common or severe environmental conditions, and their impact on the environment. In response to these issues, academic and industrial efforts around the world have been devoted to developing new smart materials that can provide efficient alternatives, improve the energy efficiency of buildings, or can upgrade, repair, or protect existing infrastructures. Different and wide technological innovations are, therefore, quickly fostering advancements in the field of construction materials. A new generation of materials (bricks, cement, coatings, concrete, FRP, glass, masonry, mortars, nano-materials, PCM, polymers, steel, wood, etc.) is gaining a prominent position in modern building technology, since they can overcome various limits and flaws of conventional materials employed in constructions, without neglecting the smart applications of pioneering materials in ancient constructions and historic buildings. Even though the adoption of innovative materials in the construction field has been a successful route in achieving enhanced performance, or even new and unexpected characteristics, some issues have not been completely solved. On top of them, the cost/performance ratio of novel solutions, since their introduction must be convenient, without compromising quality. Other concerns are related to their sustainability, with eco-friendly options, possibly exploiting recycled materials or by-products from other productions, being the most desirable solution. Finally, the use of materials or systems that are unconventional in this field raises the need to update or develop new specifications and standards. This special issue aims at providing a platform for discussing open issues, challenges, and achievements related to innovative materials proposed for the construction industry.Research & information: generalbicsscTechnology: general issuesbicsscisogridaircraft load-bearing structuresfinite elements methodnonlinear numerical analysesstabilityequilibrium pathcementgypsumhydraulic limemechanical propertiesmortarsphase-change materials (PCM)sustainable materials for buildingsthermal energy storageglass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) rebarultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC)concrete headed GFRP rebarbond strengthdevelopment lengthflexural strengthprecast concrete deckmaterial selectionproject performancematerial propertyanalytic hierarchy process (AHP)building constructionconcrete system formphase change material (PCM)thermal energy storage (TES)thermal propertiesCa7ZrAl6O1827Al MAS NMRSr-rich (Sr,C)3AH6cement hydrationrefractoriesimmobilization of radioactive Srshrinkage-reducing agentcompressive strengthsplitting tensile strengthfreezing and thawingspacing factorcultural heritagedurabilitymechanical characterizationretrofittingstrengtheningquasi-brittle materialthree-point bending testenergy fractureNHLcomposite materialjuteMICPureolytic bacteriabiocementnatural plant fiberladle furnace slagreclaimed asphalt pavementscold in-place recyclingsimple compressive strengthbitumen emulsionwastecircular economybacteriabiocementationconstructionmicrobially induced calcium carbonate precipitationResearch & information: generalTechnology: general issuesFrigione Mariaenricaedt1297568de Aguiar José BarrosoedtFrigione Mariaenricaothde Aguiar José BarrosoothBOOK9910557714503321Innovative Materials for Construction3024554UNINA