Research on the mechanical and durability performance of green building materials and structures

Every year, the construction industry emits about 6 billion tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere due to the consumption of a large amount of cement and steel materials, greatly hindering the progress of green buildings. To address the global greenhouse effect and excessive resource consumption, more recyclable, solid waste utilization, and clean energy should be sought.

This special issue aims to comprehensively gather research achievements in the dynamic field of civil engineering recycling, solid waste utilization, and environmentally friendly material technology, covering research topics such as mechanical properties and durability of civil engineering materials or structures, with a focus on introducing the latest progress, challenges, and potential for change in building materials or structures. This special issue aims not only to deepen our understanding of the complex characteristics of green building materials/structures but also to inspire the development of innovative solutions, thereby defining the future of our building world.

For this Research Topic we welcome submissions for original experimental research, theoretical research, simulation research, case studies, and review papers, including but not limited to the following topics:

• Recycled materials

• Fiber reinforced materials

• Low carbon materials

• Solid waste materials

• FRP composite structures

• 3D printing materials

• Spray materials

• Mechanics and durability performance