Articles
Embedded Steel Tube Reinforcement Improves Performance of Reinforced Concrete Beams with Longitudinal Openings
Author(s) Sabry Fayed, Mohamed Ghalla, Yahia Iskander, Rabeea W. Bazuhair, Yahya M. Bin Mahfouz and Saad A. Yehia Abstract Modern buildings increasingly require mechanical, electrical and plumbing services to pass through structural members without increasing...
Adding Water to a Concrete Truck: Risks to Concrete Strength and Durability
Description Learn why adding water to a concrete truck can reduce concrete strength and durability, and discover the practical inspection checks that help prevent costly siteEpisose Notes Can adding a small amount of water to a concrete truck really cause long-term...
Innovative Strategies for the Reuse of Construction and Demolition Waste in Concrete Production
Author(s) Hassan Barkat, Artur Bressanelli Teixeira, Carlos Hoffmann Sampaio, and Josep Oliva Moncunill Abstract The reuse of construction and demolition waste (CDW) is increasingly recognised as a critical pathway to sustainable development within the...
Recycling Old Wind Turbine Blades into Sustainable Cement Mortar
Author(s) Magdalena Rucka & Marzena Kurpińska Abstract The growing number of decommissioned wind turbines poses a major environmental challenge, particularly regarding the disposal of large, durable blades. Many ask: Can old wind turbine blade be recycled...
Mitigating Deleterious Materials in Concrete: Insights into Iron Sulfide Mineral Dissolution
Author(s) Zhanzhao Li, Christopher A. Gorski, Aaron Thompson, Jeffrey R. Shallenberger Abstract Deleterious materials, particularly those containing iron sulfide minerals such as pyrrhotite and pyrite, pose a significant threat to the long-term durability of...
Microwave Deicing Technology: A Breakthrough in Concrete Pavement Ice Removal
author(s) Tao Chen, Ying Zhang, Biao Ren, Yan Lv, Tao Ge, Erlei Bai & Li Wang Abstract Microwave deicing technology presents a modern and efficient solution for concrete pavement deicing, offering a safer, faster, and more environmentally friendly...
How Concrete Colour Influences Marine Structure Design and Biodiversity
Author(s) Holly Cunningham, Melanie J. Bishop, Nathan S. Hart, Louise Tosetto, Laura A. Ryan Abstract The design of marine structures is undergoing a transformation, with growing attention to the ecological impact of materials used along coastlines....
Strengthening Haitian Buildings: Seismic Retrofit Solutions for Concrete Frames
Author(s) Marc-Ansy Laguerre, Mohammad Salehi, Reginald DesRoches Abstract Haiti's reinforced concrete (RC) building stock faces significant seismic vulnerabilities due to outdated construction practices, poor material quality, and the absence of seismic design...
Optimising Wind Resistance in High-Rise Buildings with Improved Particle Swarm Algorithms
Author(s) Yi L, Jun Zhou, Fubin Chen, Mengmeng Sun Abstract Achieving effective wind resistance in high-rise buildings is vital for structural safety, serviceability, and economic efficiency. With growing demands on slender, taller structures, engineers face...