Mechanical Behavior of Concrete

Mechanical Behavior of Concrete
Author: Jean-Michel Torrenti
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 326
Release: 2013-03-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1118622308

This title provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of the mechanical behavior of concrete, including such features as its elastoplasticity, its compressive and tensile strength, its behavior over time (including creep and shrinkage, cracking and fatigue) as well as modeling techniques and its response to various stimuli. As such, it will be required reading for anyone wishing to increase their knowledge in this area.

Structural Concrete, Volume 1

Structural Concrete, Volume 1
Author: fib Fédération internationale du béton
Publisher: fib Fédération internationale du béton
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2009-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 2883940916

Sustainability in Structural Concrete Design

Sustainability in Structural Concrete Design
Author: Jorge de Brito
Publisher: International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering
Total Pages: 376
Release: 2024-05-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 385748201X

Sustainability in construction is a priority for both academia and industry to reduce the carbon footprint of the built environment and thus combat climate change. Numerous approaches have been developed on how to tackle this issue, wherein the implementation of eco-efficient concrete is currently considered one of the most effective measures to be applied at the beginning of a building’s life cycle. This edition of the Structural Engineering Document discusses key issues in selecting and incorporating eco-efficient waste materials capable of enhancing the sustainability of structural concrete in construction projects. The cost-efficiency of using recycled aggregates in structural concrete is shown by several world-renowned researchers. Critical evaluations and case studies further highlight the properties and performance of these materials and in various structural applications. Also, novel low-impact binding systems using industrial by-products showcase the importance of continuous research for technically viable alternatives capable of decreasing the huge dependency on ordinary Portland cement. The purpose of this document is to contribute to a broader understanding of the many possibilities for the development of a more sustainable structural concrete, thereby fostering resilient and sustainable construction practices to support the global commitment to environmental responsibility.

Carbon Fibers and Their Composite Materials

Carbon Fibers and Their Composite Materials
Author: Luke Henderson
Publisher: MDPI
Total Pages: 186
Release: 2019-07-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3039211021

Carbon fiber is an oft-referenced material that serves as a means to remove mass from large transport infrastructure. Carbon fiber composites, typically plastics reinforced with the carbon fibers, are key materials in the 21st century and have already had a significant impact on reducing CO2 emissions. Though, as with any composite material, the interface where each component meets, in this case the fiber and plastic, is critical to the overall performance. This text summarizes recent efforts to manipulate and optimize the interfacial interaction between these dissimilar materials to improve overall performance.