Proceedings Of The 3rd Rilem Spring Convention And Conference Rscc2020

Author : José Sena-Cruz,Luis Correia,Miguel Azenha
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2021-07-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030764654

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Proceedings of the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference (RSCC 2020) by José Sena-Cruz,Luis Correia,Miguel Azenha Pdf

This book gathers peer-reviewed contributions presented at the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference, held at Guimarães and hosted by the University of Minho, Portugal, on March 9-14, 2020. The theme of the Conference was “Ambitioning a Sustainable Future for Built Environment: comprehensive strategies for unprecedented challenges”, which was aimed at discussing current challenges and impacts of the built environment on sustainability. The present volume is dedicated to the topic “Service life extension of existing structures”, which covers the most recent scientific and technological developments in the understanding of the evolution and degradation of construction materials and structural systems. Analytical and numerical, as well as experimental approaches, aimed at characterizing, modelling and predicting the evolution of the physical, chemical and mechanical properties of construction materials and structural systems are regarded. Multiphysics models are also considered, as well as other strategies that contribute for an accurate characterization and prediction the service life and the evolution of existing and novel construction materials under normal or extreme environmental exposure or loading conditions. New strategies to promote the smart repairing or the recovery of material properties, as well as the service life extension, are also considered. The following subtopics are included: service life models and multiphysics approaches; smart structures, innovative monitoring and intervention strategies; management and optimized maintenance strategies; integrated rehabilitation and strengthening approaches.

Author : Isabel B. Valente,António Ventura Gouveia,Salvador S. Dias
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 483 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2021-07-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030765514

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Proceedings of the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference (RSCC 2020) by Isabel B. Valente,António Ventura Gouveia,Salvador S. Dias Pdf

This book gathers peer-reviewed contributions presented at the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference, held at Guimarães and hosted by the University of Minho, Portugal, on March 9-14, 2020. The theme of the Conference was “Ambitioning a Sustainable Future for Built Environment: comprehensive strategies for unprecedented challenges”, which was aimed at discussing current challenges and impacts of the built environment on sustainability. The present volume is dedicated to the topic “New materials and structures for ultra‐durability”, which covers current scientific and technological developments aimed at improving knowledge about degradation mechanisms in construction materials, as well as to the development of new materials with extreme durability. Novel special materials for extreme environments or extreme loading conditions are also included, as well as novel approaches to improve the performance and durability of currently common construction materials. The following subtopics are included: general purpose, constructions, infrastructures and facilities; extreme environments and extreme events; transport and deterioration mechanisms, characterization and mitigation; Supplementary Cementitious Materials, admixtures, additions and other emerging material optimization strategies; smart materials for durable structures.

Author : Eduardo B. Pereira,Joaquim A. O. Barros,Fabio P. Figueiredo
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2021-07-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030765477

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Proceedings of the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference (RSCC2020) by Eduardo B. Pereira,Joaquim A. O. Barros,Fabio P. Figueiredo Pdf

This book gathers peer-reviewed contributions presented at the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference, held at Guimarães and hosted by the University of Minho, Portugal, on March 9-14, 2020. The theme of the Conference was “Ambitioning a Sustainable Future for Built Environment: comprehensive strategies for unprecedented challenges”, which was aimed at discussing current challenges and impacts of the built environment on sustainability. The present volume is dedicated to the topic “Strategies for a resilient built environment”, which covers the current and emerging approaches that lead to an optimized design and maintenance of constructions and systems. It includes the development of service life models and life cycle design, in order to maximise longevity and level of service while minimising the environmental impact of constructions and systems. It also includes the analysis and design of larger systems, such as communities, cities or regions, aiming at reducing risk and increasing resilience. The following subtopics are included: resilience and robustness of the built environment and communities at local and global scales; risk based inspection and maintenance; life cycle analysis and service models; performance based design; improved design strategies by integrating materials and structures.

Author : Vítor M.C.F. Cunha,Mohammadali Rezazadeh,Chandan Gowda
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2021-07-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030765439

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Proceedings of the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference (RSCC 2020) by Vítor M.C.F. Cunha,Mohammadali Rezazadeh,Chandan Gowda Pdf

This book gathers peer-reviewed contributions presented at the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference, held at Guimarães and hosted by the University of Minho, Portugal, on March 9-14, 2020. The theme of the Conference was “Ambitioning a Sustainable Future for Built Environment: comprehensive strategies for unprecedented challenges”, which was aimed at discussing current challenges and impacts of the built environment on sustainability. The present volume is dedicated to the topic “Shift to a circular economy”, which is focussed on sustainability and covers the research and recent technologies on the use and development of sustainable materials and structural systems, as well as on recycling and reusing. It also covers the implementation of industrial processes leading to minimized waste, including digital fabrication and deconstruction, as well as integrative approaches that lead to the achievement of the concept of circular economy. Additionally, this topic covers research on novel or existing construction materials and systems based on local resources and regional practices. The following subtopics are included: industrialized construction systems minimizing waste; recycling and reuse of materials and components; 4Ls: local constructions with local materials through local approaches for local development; Digital Manufacturing; design for deconstruction; smart demolition techniques; timber structures; Life-Cycle Assessment of construction materials and technologies; recycling of pavements and materials in roads.

Author : Vítor M.C.F. Cunha,Mohammadali Rezazadeh,Chandan Gowda
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 303076544X

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Proceedings of the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference (RSCC 2020) by Vítor M.C.F. Cunha,Mohammadali Rezazadeh,Chandan Gowda Pdf

This book gathers peer-reviewed contributions presented at the 3rd RILEM Spring Convention and Conference, held at Guimarães and hosted by the University of Minho, Portugal, on March 9-14, 2020. The theme of the Conference was "Ambitioning a Sustainable Future for Built Environment: comprehensive strategies for unprecedented challenges", which was aimed at discussing current challenges and impacts of the built environment on sustainability. The present volume is dedicated to the topic "Shift to a circular economy", which is focussed on sustainability and covers the research and recent technologies on the use and development of sustainable materials and structural systems, as well as on recycling and reusing. It also covers the implementation of industrial processes leading to minimized waste, including digital fabrication and deconstruction, as well as integrative approaches that lead to the achievement of the concept of circular economy. Additionally, this topic covers research on novel or existing construction materials and systems based on local resources and regional practices. The following subtopics are included: industrialized construction systems minimizing waste; recycling and reuse of materials and components; 4Ls: local constructions with local materials through local approaches for local development; Digital Manufacturing; design for deconstruction; smart demolition techniques; timber structures; Life-Cycle Assessment of construction materials and technologies; recycling of pavements and materials in roads.

Author : Marzia Bolpagni,Rui Gavina,Diogo Ribeiro
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 677 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2021-12-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030824303

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Industry 4.0 for the Built Environment by Marzia Bolpagni,Rui Gavina,Diogo Ribeiro Pdf

This book discusses how the role of traditional construction professional is changing, providing a useful guide for practitioners who would like to upskill themselves. Lately, core concepts and methodologies for the Built Environment are presented providing definitions and applications on Building Information Modelling, Computational Design, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics and Visualization, Lean Construction, Advanced Project Management, Sustainability, Geographical Information Systems, Advanced Business Models, Disaster Management, Quality Management, Health and Safety and Legal prospective. The book also shows the latest technologies for the Built Environment including Digital Twins, Reality Capture, Extended Reality, Gamification, Computational Construction and Manufacturing, Structural Health Monitoring, Smart Transaction and Cybersecurity. Trends in soft skills for the Built Environment are presented covering Digital Working, Communication, Self and Relationship Management skills and Critical thinking. The book is dedicated to professionals who would like to enhance their understanding and capabilities to operate in the Industry 4.0 for the Built Environment having a holistic and comprehensive overview.

Author : Jason Underwood,Mark Shelbourn
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Building information modeling
ISBN : 1799866009

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Driving Transformational Change in the Digital Built Environment by Jason Underwood,Mark Shelbourn Pdf

"This book focuses on some of the current developments in practice and education within the construction industry towards facilitating the transformation in the digitally-built environment. In particular, from a practice perspective, developments are presented to enhance the client's understanding of digitally-enabled collaboration, interoperability and open standards, and maturity/capability and offers approaches to embedding digital construction within education"--

Author : Armelle Chabot,William G. Buttlar,Eshan V. Dave,Christophe Petit,Gabriele Tebaldi
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2016-05-27
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9402408665

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8th RILEM International Conference on Mechanisms of Cracking and Debonding in Pavements by Armelle Chabot,William G. Buttlar,Eshan V. Dave,Christophe Petit,Gabriele Tebaldi Pdf

This book presents the latest advances in research to analyze mechanical damage and its detection in multilayer systems. The contents are linked to the Rilem TC241 - MCD scientific activities and the proceedings of the 8th RILEM International Conference on Mechanisms of Cracking and Debonding in Pavements (MCD2016). MCD2016 was hosted by Ifsttar and took place in Nantes, France, on June 7-9, 2016. In their lifetime, pavements undergo degradation due to different mechanisms of which cracking is among the most important ones. The damage and the fracture behavior of all its material layers as well as interfaces must be understood. In that field, the research activities aims to develop a deeper fundamental understanding of the mechanisms responsible for cracking and debonding in asphalt concrete and composite (e.g. asphalt overlays placed on PCC or thin cement concrete overlay placed on asphalt layer) pavement systems.

Author : Eva Lantsoght,Pinar Okumus
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2018-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1641950072

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SP-323 Evaluation of Concrete Bridge Behavior Through Load Testing - International Perspectives by Eva Lantsoght,Pinar Okumus Pdf

Author : Chandan Gowda,U.R. Ananthamurthy
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2019-11-25
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9789352776238

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A Life in the World by Chandan Gowda,U.R. Ananthamurthy Pdf

A fascinating portrait of the life and ideas of the great Indian writer and public intellectual, U.R. Ananthamurthy. Between 2012 and 2013, Ananthamurthy shared his personal experiences in a series of lively conversations with academic and writer Chandan Gowda, and reflected on issues that would preoccupy him until the end. Besides the vivid accounts of his childhood, friendships, the evolution of his intellectual life, and public involvements, his passionate ideas on tradition, on India's political culture, and on language and writing make the conversations an engaging and valuable document. A Life in the World -- perhaps the first exercise of its kind done with an Indian writer -- will enthral both general readers as well as admirers of Ananthamurthy's works.

Author : U.R. Ananthamurthy
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2016-08-25
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9780199089789

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Bara by U.R. Ananthamurthy Pdf

Ajji, can I have some water? ... Just a few drops will do, Ajji. With the searing sky above and the blistering earth below, like cactus the people of this parched terrain are determined to stay alive. Emaciated children scurry along, dejected farmers pawn their ploughs, weary women sleep on empty stomachs.... Would those perishing now have died anyway? Or is hunger calling them away prematurely? Filled with social concern, Satisha, the district commissioner, wants to help the afflicted. But he is caught between the politicians who are unwilling to declare the district drought-hit and the murky local realities where a religious outfit strives to protect cows, the desperate youth hold a deity responsible for the failed rains and petty activists seek to secure their own interests. Can the idealist Satisha win the game where corrupt politicians are rolling the dice and stand by his conviction to help the afflicted? Written during the Indian Emergency, Bara depicts the tortuous realities of Indian democracy and captures the political and moral dilemmas of the educated middle class.

Author : José C. Matos,Paulo B. Lourenço,Daniel V. Oliveira,Jorge Branco,Dirk Proske,Rui A. Silva,Hélder S. Sousa
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 855 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2021-05-07
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030736163

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18th International Probabilistic Workshop by José C. Matos,Paulo B. Lourenço,Daniel V. Oliveira,Jorge Branco,Dirk Proske,Rui A. Silva,Hélder S. Sousa Pdf

This volume presents the proceedings of the 18th International Probabilistic Workshop (IPW), which was held in Guimarães, Portugal in May 2021. Probabilistic methods are currently of crucial importance for research and developments in the field of engineering, which face challenges presented by new materials and technologies and rapidly changing societal needs and values. Contemporary needs related to, for example, performance-based design, service-life design, life-cycle analysis, product optimization, assessment of existing structures and structural robustness give rise to new developments as well as accurate and practically applicable probabilistic and statistical engineering methods to support these developments. These proceedings are a valuable resource for anyone interested in contemporary developments in the field of probabilistic engineering applications.

Author : Jorge de Brito,Carlos Thomas,Cesar Medina,Francisco Agrela
Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
Page : 810 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2021-06-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128208953

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Waste and Byproducts in Cement-Based Materials by Jorge de Brito,Carlos Thomas,Cesar Medina,Francisco Agrela Pdf

Waste and By-Products in Cement-Based Materials: Innovative Sustainable Materials for a Circular Economy covers various recycled materials, by-products and wastes that are suitable for the manufacture of materials within the spectrum of so-called cement-based materials (CBM). Sections cover wastes for replacement of aggregates in CBM, focus on the application of wastes for the replacement of clinker and mineral additions in the manufacture of binders, discuss the optimization process surrounding the manufacture of recycled concrete and mortars, multi-recycling, advanced radiological studies, optimization of self-compacting concrete, rheology properties, corrosion prevention, and more. Final sections includes a review of real-scale applications that have been made in recent years of cement-based materials in roads, railway superstructures, buildings and civil works, among others, as well as a proposal of new regulations to promote the use of waste in the manufacture of CBM. Favors the institution of the circular economy in the construction industry by eliminating the barriers that currently prevent industrial waste from being valorized by its inclusion in CBM design Features an in-depth exploration of the strengths and weaknesses of new raw materials and their application to CBMs Features real-scale applications that have been made in recent years of cement-based materials in roads, railway superstructures, buildings and civil works, among others Presents current, state-of-the-art, and future-prospects for the use of industrial waste in CBMs

Author : Kristian Dahl Hertz,Philip Halding
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 219 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2021-10-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030805005

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Sustainable Light Concrete Structures by Kristian Dahl Hertz,Philip Halding Pdf

The book presents new technologies for easy and economical construction of light concrete structures saving materials and CO2. The new super-light technology allows a designer to place forces, where it is optimal, and save material everywhere else. The book also supports this “Direct Engineering” principle with a number of new details and structural principles. The new pearl-chain technology makes it possible to design optimal shapes such as arches, vaults, cupolas, floating tunnels, and shells etc. from inexpensive, and mass-produced components. The new super-light deck-elements presented in the book are now produced in six factories in Denmark, Finland, and USA, and the number is increasing. The book will be of interest for all structural engineers, who would like to save materials, CO2 and optimize their structures, for students learning about the new technologies, and for contractors and architects, who want to investigate new building technologies.

Author : Shiv Visvanathan
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2016-05-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9351775623

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Theatres of Democracy: Between the Epic and the Everyday - Selected Essays by Shiv Visvanathan Pdf

Unburdened by partisanship or political correctness, these essays by Shiv Visvanathan, one of India's foremost public intellectuals, chronicle the democratic ferment and political upheavals in contemporary India. Written over the last twenty years, they engage with issues as diverse as the new dimensions of violence, the value of dissent, the creativity in popular culture and the pathologies of nationalism and religious fundamentalism. Always alert to nuance, Visvanathan offers novel portraits of politicians, intellectuals, and sport and film personalities. Combining wit, irony and analytical brilliance, the writings collected in Theatres of Democracy show a commitment to thinking creatively about India.