Proceedings of the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference (RSCC 2020): Volume 2: New Materials and Structures for Ultra-durability

This book summarizes peer-reviewed contributions from the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference, focusing on "New materials and structures for ultra-durability" to address current challenges and impacts of the built environment on sustainability. It includes topics such as degradation mechanisms, extreme environments, and innovative materials for construction.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 480 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This book presents a collection of peer-reviewed contributions presented at the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference, held at Guimarães, Portugal, from March 9 to 14, 2020. The theme of the conference, "Ambitioning a Sustainable Future for Built Environment: Comprehensive Strategies for Unprecedented Challenges," aimed to discuss current challenges and impacts of the built environment on sustainability.

The present volume is dedicated to the topic of "New Materials and Structures for Ultra-Durability," which encompasses current scientific and technological developments aimed at improving knowledge about degradation mechanisms in construction materials. It also explores the development of new materials with extreme durability, including novel special materials for extreme environments or extreme loading conditions. Additionally, novel approaches to enhance the performance and durability of commonly used construction materials are discussed.

The book is organized into several subtopics, including:

General Purpose: This subtopic covers the use of new materials and structures for various construction applications, such as buildings, bridges, and infrastructure.

Constructions: This subtopic focuses on the application of new materials and structures in construction projects, including innovative design techniques, construction methods, and materials selection.

Infrastructures and Facilities: This subtopic explores the use of new materials and structures in the development of infrastructure and facilities, such as airports, power plants, and transportation systems.

Extreme Environments and Extreme Events: This subtopic examines the impact of extreme environments and extreme events on the performance and durability of construction materials and structures. It includes discussions on climate change, natural disasters, and other environmental factors that can affect the stability and longevity of buildings and infrastructure.

Transport and Deterioration Mechanisms, Characterization, and Mitigation: This subtopic focuses on the transport and deterioration mechanisms of construction materials, including the development of new testing methods and models to evaluate the performance of materials under different environmental conditions. It also covers the characterization of degradation mechanisms and the development of mitigation strategies to prevent or delay the deterioration of construction materials.

Supplementary Cementitious Materials, Admixtures, Additions, and Other Emerging Material Optimization Strategies: This subtopic explores the use of supplementary cementitious materials, admixtures, additions, and other emerging material optimization strategies to improve the performance and durability of construction materials. It includes discussions on the development of new cementitious materials, the use of nanotechnology, and other advanced materials to enhance the properties of construction materials.

Smart Materials for Durable Structures: This subtopic examines the use of smart materials, such as sensors, actuators, and intelligent systems, to enhance the performance and durability of construction materials and structures. It includes discussions on the development of self-healing materials, self-monitoring materials, and other smart materials that can improve the safety and reliability of buildings and infrastructure.

In conclusion, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest research and developments in the field of new materials and structures for ultra-durability. It offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the built environment in the pursuit of sustainability, and it serves as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers interested in improving the performance and sustainability of construction materials and structures.

Weight: 777g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030765538
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021