About this Research Topic
The building and construction industry is accountable for ca. 60% of resource consumption, 30% of water usage, and more than 35% of energy consumption; it is responsible for at least 40% of the CO2 emissions and between 20 and 40% of the solid waste generation worldwide. A sector with such a significant environmental impact cannot remain indifferent to the growing demand from society to achieve a sustainable production model. In this regard, research in structural engineering and materials science has made a considerable effort in recent years towards developing alternatives that minimize the environmental impact of building solutions.
The building and construction industry is accountable for ca. 60% of resource consumption, 30% of water usage, and more than 35% of energy consumption; it is responsible for at least 40% of the CO2 emissions and between 20 and 40% of the solid waste generation worldwide. A sector with such a significant environmental impact cannot remain indifferent to the growing demand from society to achieve a sustainable production model. In this regard, research in structural engineering and materials science has made a considerable effort in recent years towards developing alternatives that minimize the environmental impact of building solutions.
This Research Topic aims to provide a platform for the dissemination of innovative and original research and development in the field of sustainable building materials and structural solutions. We encourage authors to submit their original research articles, reviews, and practical applications and case studies. The topics for submissions include, but are not restricted to:
• Sustainable building solutions.
• Earthen building materials and techniques (i.e. rammed earth, adobe).
• Biocompatible additives and natural strengthening of earth structures.
• Timber structures.
• Characterization and modeling of traditional materials.
• Sustainable additives and reinforcement techniques for concrete.
• Biocompatible reinforcement techniques for masonry.
• Smart materials.
The building and construction industry is accountable for ca. 60% of resource consumption, 30% of water usage, and more than 35% of energy consumption; it is responsible for at least 40% of the CO2 emissions and between 20 and 40% of the solid waste generation worldwide. A sector with such a significant environmental impact cannot remain indifferent to the growing demand from society to achieve a sustainable production model. In this regard, research in structural engineering and materials science has made a considerable effort in recent years towards developing alternatives that minimize the environmental impact of building solutions.
This Research Topic aims to provide a platform for the dissemination of innovative and original research and development in the field of sustainable building materials and structural solutions. We encourage authors to submit their original research articles, reviews, and practical applications and case studies. The topics for submissions include, but are not restricted to:
• Sustainable building solutions.
• Earthen building materials and techniques (i.e. rammed earth, adobe).
• Biocompatible additives and natural strengthening of earth structures.
• Timber structures.
• Characterization and modeling of traditional materials.
• Sustainable additives and reinforcement techniques for concrete.
• Biocompatible reinforcement techniques for masonry.
• Smart materials.
Keywords: Sustainable materials, Traditional building, Smart materials, Earthen materials, Timber structures, Mechanical characterization, Numerical analysis
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