Innovative Materials for Construction

• Other Authors: Frigione, Mariaenrica (Editor), de Aguiar, José Barroso (Editor)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: Basel, Switzerland MDPI - Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute 2021
• Subjects: Research & information: general; Technology: general issues; isogrid; aircraft load-bearing structures; finite elements method; nonlinear numerical analyses; stability; equilibrium path; cement; gypsum; hydraulic lime; mechanical properties; mortars; phase-change materials (PCM); sustainable materials for buildings; thermal energy storage; glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) rebar; ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC); concrete headed GFRP rebar; bond strength; development length; flexural strength; precast concrete deck; material selection; project performance; material property; analytic hierarchy process (AHP); building construction; concrete system form; phase change material (PCM); thermal energy storage (TES); thermal properties; Ca7ZrAl6O18; 27Al MAS NMR; Sr-rich (Sr,C)3AH6; cement hydration; refractories; immobilization of radioactive Sr; shrinkage-reducing agent; compressive strength; splitting tensile strength; freezing and thawing; spacing factor; cultural heritage; durability; mechanical characterization; retrofitting; strengthening; quasi-brittle material; three-point bending test; energy fracture; NHL; composite material; jute; MICP; ureolytic bacteria; biocement; natural plant fiber; ladle furnace slag; reclaimed asphalt pavements; cold in-place recycling; simple compressive strength; bitumen emulsion; waste; circular economy; bacteria; biocementation; construction; microbially induced calcium carbonate precipitation; n/a
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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 ha...