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Graphene-Enhanced LC2 Concrete for 3D Printing
11 hours ago · Researchers from the University of Virginia have made significant progress in 3D-printed concrete by developing a more sustainable, printable cementitious composite. This innovative material addresses environmental challenges in 3D-printed construction by combining graphene with limestone and calcined clay cement, enhancing strength and durability while significantly reducing carbon emissions ...
Top 10 Construction Trends to Watch in 2025 - azobuild.com
Sep 26, 2024 · By 2025, smart buildings will be the new norm in both residential and commercial real estate. 1,3. Enhancing Energy Efficiency in Buildings and Infrastructure Through Smart Design. 7. Drones and Robotics on Construction Sites. Drones and robotics are reshaping construction site operations by improving safety and efficiency.
Engineered Bamboo – The Future of Sustainable Construction
May 30, 2024 · Bamboo, a low-carbon, rapidly growing plant, has emerged as a sustainable alternative to traditional construction materials due to its rich resources and exceptional wood properties. Engineered bamboo, available in various forms such as laminates and scrimbers, offers high tensile strength, lightweight properties, and environmental benefits, making it a viable replacement for wood and steel in ...
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Ownership & Funding Information. AZoBuild is committed to transparency in ownership structures and funding sources. AZoBuild is owned by AZoM.com Limited, an Australian public unlisted company ACN 092 434 529, t/a “AZoNetwork,” with 27 individual shareholders. The majority shareholder is Dr. Ian Birkby. AZoBuild is operated by the wholly ...
Sustainable Sand Transforms Concrete at High Temperatures
6 hours ago · These values exceeded the standard 10–15% range for concrete with natural aggregate. However, the FS values for all DMs decreased at elevated temperatures of 150–600 °C. The control mixes DM1 and DM4 behaved better than other mixes up to 300 °C. Additionally, the mixes with NCS behaved slightly better than those with RCS at high ...
How are Aerogels Used in Buildings?
Jan 9, 2024 · Additionally, incorporating these innovative materials into structural composites and framing elements reduces the overall weight of buildings whilst providing enhanced thermal insulation. Another innovative use for aerogels in buildings is in air purification. Indoor environments are full of pollutants, such as hydrocarbons from cigarettes ...
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This article will provide an overview of bioengineered building materials, discussing materials, products, and projects that have been made possible due to research in this area. Reducing Embodied Carbon Through Design. With an increase in the pressure to decarbonize the built environment and build more carbon-neutral buildings, the reduction ...
AI Transforms Smart Building Integration in Cities
Sep 26, 2024 · The framework was designed to evaluate 26 criteria related to smart building (SB) services, spanning five key infrastructure domains in smart cities (SCs): mobility, energy, water, waste management, and security. Study: An AI-Based Evaluation Framework for Smart Building Integration into Smart City. Image Credit: majcot/Shutterstock.com.
Hybrid Construction: What Can it Offer? - AZoBuild
Oct 28, 2021 · Hybrid construction is a building concept that utilizes combinations of materials to achieve the same structural efficiency while enhancing a construction project’s sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint. Studies have shown that hybrid structures are architecturally sound, economical, sustainable and can produce the same structure ...