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In the seismic design of reinforced concrete moment-resisting frame (RC MRF) structures equipped with steel damper columns (SDCs), design criteria should consider both peak responses (e.g., story drift) and cumulative re...

This paper presents an experimental investigation on the behavior of steel fiber reinforced concrete deep beams at elevated temperature. Twelve reinforced concrete deep beams were cast and tested. The beams were tested u...

Subsea cables are critical infrastructure that are susceptible to damage from anchor drops, necessitating robust protection systems. This study evaluated the crashworthiness of a duct-type reinforced concrete protection ...

A crucial objective for mitigating the global environmental footprint of the construction sector is the imperative to develop sustainable and ecological concrete alternatives. This investigation presents a novel strategy...

This work describes the effect of biochar (BC) and lightweight expanded clay aggregate (LECA) on the engineering properties (compressive strength, density, porosity, water permeability and sound absorption), CO2 emission...

It is common to use Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) blocks in the construction of partition walls and infills because of their distinctive properties, including ease of work, energy conservation, and enhanced sustainab...

Abstract Utilization of industrial waste to produce geopolymer concrete is a good answer to minimize the carbon-dioxide( Co2) released from the traditional procedure of producing Ordinary Portland cement (OPC). This not ...

Interlocking concrete pavers (ICPs) require substantial cement consumption, resulting in considerable embodied carbon emissions, while the regional availability of conventional supplementary cementitious materials is bec...

The global shift towards sustainability has driven significant advancements in construction methodologies. Among these innovations, 3D Concrete Printing (3DCP) stands out as a transformative technology that employs gantr...

Abstract Accurate estimation of the shear capacity of steel fiber reinforced concrete (SFRC) beams without stirrups remains challenging because the response is governed by strongly coupled geometric, material, and reinfo...

Waste material, including glass, presents significant environmental challenges due to its non-biodegradable nature and low global recycling rates. Incorporating waste glass into concrete offers a sustainable solution, bu...

Abstract Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC) is increasingly used in modern construction because of its improved strength, durability, and versatility. This review analyses data from several research papers to evaluat...

Red mud that is produced as a residue of alumina from bauxite ore through the Bayer process is undesirable or has potential environmental problems due to its large volume and high pH. Red mud was incorporated into the co...

Early carbonation curing is an effective approach to mitigate the environmental impacts of concrete. This is particularly valid when coupled with other strategies, such as substituting cement with alternative low-carbon ...

The sustainable utilization of post-consumer waste glass in concrete has emerged as a promising approach to reduce cement consumption, mitigate landfill disposal, and enhance material performance. However, most previous ...

Deep beams are an important element in infrastructure and offshore structures. This paper investigates the shear capacity of glass fiber reinforced polymer GFRP reinforced high-strength fibrous concrete deep beam. (12) s...

Portland cement production is a major contributor to global CO2 emissions, and the scarcity of natural river sand limits conventional concrete production. Despite increasing interest in geopolymer concrete (GPC), studies...

Abstract Concrete production’s environmental impact has driven the use of supplementary cementitious materials like sawdust ash (SDA) and admixtures such as Conplast to enhance sustainability and performance. This stud...

Reinforced concrete (RC) piers have been widely studied and applied in bridge construction practice. To ensure the normal operation of RC piers under corrosive environments and seismic effects, new corrosion-resistant ma...

Abstract The Broad Learning System (BLS) provides an effective framework for nonlinear mapping, offering advantages over traditional deep neural networks through its expanded input node architecture. While BLS has demons...

Abstract In structural engineering, the behavior and strength of reinforced concrete haunched beams (RCHBS) are crucial, especially when shear strength governs design. Despite the advantages of RCHBS, several building co...

Numerous seismic damage investigations have demonstrated that reinforced concrete (RC) frame structures tend to exhibit a Strong-beam Weak-column failure mechanism, which contradicts the intended Strong-column Weak-beam ...

This Effect of Nano-carbon additives on mechanical performance and durability of cementitious composites in oi terms of static and dynamic modulus is studied. A Nano carbon powder was admixed in 5%, 10% and 15 % levels a...

Recycling of construction waste is essential for sustainable cement-based materials, yet the variable composition of recycled autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) powder pose significant challenges when used in grouting app...