Buildings, Volume 14, Issue 8

Lighting in the built environment has evolved since the rapid uptake of solid-state lighting (SSL) devices [...]

As a pivotal component of rural revitalization, effective management of rural courtyard spaces is crucial for improving environmental quality and economic development. Utilizing the 2023 “Most Beautiful Courtyard” design competition in Gu...

This paper introduces a modular, assembled steel beam-column flange connection joint that efficiently connects prefabricated beams and columns using high-strength bolts. It enables the rapid repair of damaged joints after earthquakes by replacing fla...

The study presents an integration of cob with robotic processes. By challenging conventional monolithic earth-building methods, the study proposes the use of spatial nonplanar formations that are robotically fabricated, presenting an alternative geom...

This study examines the influence of the mass percentage and maturation stage of bottom ash on bio-composite mechanical strength. Two kinds of bottom ash were used: matured and non-matured. To elaborate the composites, several different percentages o...

One of the main Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) in project management for built environment or physical infrastructure projects is “How will this project scope be delivered on time and under budget, addressing health and safety in a sustainab...

In order to investigate the effect of pre-tension on the anchoring and crack-arresting effect of rockbolts, a theoretical model of stress intensity factor at the crack tip in anchored surrounding rock was established using fracture mechanics theory....

This paper introduces a novel approach to assessing structural safety, specifically aimed at evaluating the safety of existing structures. Firstly, a point cloud model of the existing commercial complex was captured utilizing three-dimensional (3D) l...

The present study is based on the characterisation of adobe blocks of the central region of Portugal. It is recognised that the safeguarding of the existing building stock of constructions in the traditional adobe construction technique, through diff...

With the rapid development of engineering construction in China, especially the emergence of large-scale engineering projects and self-built residential houses, ethical issues in engineering have become increasingly prominent. Engineering ethics enco...

In the steep terrain of southwestern China, there are numerous complex strata characterized by thin overburden layers and well-behaved underlying bedrock, yet excavation poses significant challenges. This situation is unfavorable for the construction...

Because most human activities take place inside, indoor air quality is essential to human health. Numerous factors contribute to Kosovo’s air pollution, including traffic, industrial emissions, aging thermal power plants, home heating, and othe...

Large underground spaces are complex and huge, with problems such as fragmented data that cannot be shared, outdated management methods, and high operation and maintenance costs. The digitization of building information and the use of digital twin te...

This study explores the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the behavior and knowledge of final-year architectural students in Serbia and Montenegro. It aims to describe how students approach sustainability in architecture and their use of AI t...

Missing Citation [...]

In this paper, a multi-transmitting formula (MTF) was integrated into ANSYS software through secondary development, enabling dynamic finite element simulation of wave propagation in infinite domains. The numerical reliability and accuracy of the MTF...

The design of school building typologies, along with the use of advanced glazing systems such as suspended particle devices (SPD), is crucial for determining visual comfort for students. Recent research has focused on integrating SPD in architectural...

The building sector is figuring out how to lower its embodied CO₂ in a sustainable way. The technology, known as Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS), offers a possible remedy for this issue. Accelerated carbonation is one method of seques...

Due to the nonlinearity of the contact interface, as well as the material, jointed structures exhibit complex mechanical behaviors under impact loading. In order to accurately characterize the dynamic response of a joint, this work presents a nonline...

The steel rib and the lattice girder are two typical steel arch frames used in the primary lining of the New Austrian Tunnelling Method (NATM) highway tunnel. In the process of tunnel construction, it is necessary to choose the support method accordi...

The sudden collapse of a school roof in the UK brought widespread attention to the structural integrity of buildings constructed with reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC), a material widely used from the 1950s to the mid-1990s. RAAC, known f...

With the advancement of human society, more construction and building materials are required to produce sustainable construction. The advancement of polymer materials and their use in building construction has been improved. Compared to inorganic mat...

Representative weather data are fundamental to characterizing a place and determining ideal design approaches. This is particularly important for large countries like Brazil, whose extension and geographical position contribute to defining diverse cl...

Recently, new alternatives have been applied to enhance the architectural design process through comprehensive interaction with all variables. This approach suggests a dynamic scheme to collect all factors comprehensively. This research introduces ap...

Over the last century, architectural heritage conservation has evolved and transformed immensely. This study focuses on the origin of contemporary conservation theory from the 19th century and the Authorized Heritage Discourse: the doctrinal texts is...

Portal frames with built-up cold-formed cross-sections hold significant potential; however, there is a notable gap in the analysis of cross-section types and connections. In this study, an optimization algorithm was developed for the closed cross-sec...

Land intensive use reflects the spatial structure, agglomeration characteristics, and internal mechanisms of urban economic, social, and ecological system development, significantly impacting urban resilience. Based on panel data from 287 cities in C...

Construction projects that are completed abroad involve not only the typical risks that are faced at home but also various complex risks that are specific to international transactions. However, little research has been conducted on the risks that ex...

This article is a systematic investigation into the symbolic and sensory metaphors in architectural buildings. It presents definition and differentiation of symbolic (stereotype images) and sensory (architectural experience) metaphors. According to t...

The durability of reinforced concrete structures is significantly influenced by the effectiveness of small molecular inhibitors in preventing the corrosion of steel reinforcements. In a concrete environment, the passive film on steel bars serves as a...

Pavement cracking is a primary cause of early damage in asphalt pavements, and fiber-reinforcement technology is an effective method for enhancing the anti-cracking performance of pavement mixtures. However, due to the multi-scale dispersed structure...

The detection of corroded bolts is crucial for tunnel safety. However, the specific directionality and complex texture of corroded bolt defects make current YOLO series models unable to identify them accurately. This study proposes a spatial adaptive...

In recent years, the advancement of photovoltaic power generation technology has led to a surge in the construction of photovoltaic power stations in desert gravel areas. However, traditional equal cross-section photovoltaic bracket pile foundations...

Self-compacting concrete (SCC), known for its excellent fluidity and self-compacting ability, is widely used in civil engineering. To enhance the comprehensive performance of SCC, dolomite powder (DP) is integrated as a substitute for cement. This st...

Integrating the block system into construction is the current trend in the development of residential areas in China. Road traffic noise is the major noise source in residential blocks, and its relationship with spatial forms of blocks remains unclea...

The post-construction improvement technology of bored pile tips has been widely used in the construction of gravel pebble layers, but the diffusion law of the grouting slurry remains to be revealed. To study the diffusion law of the grouting slurry a...

The drain pipe wrapped in steel wire mesh serves a dual purpose of drainage and reinforcement in tailings pond projects. The self-filtering layer that develops upstream of the steel wire mesh influences the reinforcement characteristics of the draina...

Safranbolu, located in the Western Black Sea region of northern Turkey, consists of three historical settlements distinguished by monumental buildings and especially traditional houses. For this reason, the city was declared a ‘World Heritage S...

Excavations for underground structures, such as working shafts, underground grain silos, and parking garages, are characterized by uniformity, consistent dimensions, large quantities, and strict timelines. Prefabricated recyclable supporting structur...

The assessment of barriers to the application of cost-reduction techniques in delivering educational buildings in Nigeria is essential in addressing the infrastructural shortage, building performance, delay, cost, time overrun, and abandonment in the...

The dynamic modulus of in-service asphalt pavements serves as a critical parameter for the computation of residual life and the design of overlays. However, its acquisition is currently limited to laboratory dynamic modulus testing using a limited nu...

With the rapid development of the photovoltaic industry, flexible photovoltaic supports are increasingly widely used. Parameters such as the deflection, span, and cross-sectional dimensions of cables are important factors affecting their mechanical a...

Three types of aggregate, including metallurgical slag aggregate (steel slag, copper slag, and iron sand), rare earth porcelain sand (REPS) aggregate as artificial aggregate, and recycled aggregate, were selected to produce concrete with the same bas...

This study evaluated the potential and environmental benefits of using oil shale residue as a replacement for fine aggregate in concrete through a series of experiments. Initially, the crushing value test confirmed the oil shale residue’s value...

The electric vehicle (EV) industry has emerged in response to the necessity of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change. However, as the number of EVs increases, EV charging networks are confronted with considerable obstacles pe...

Vibration mixing, characterized by the high-frequency vibrations of the mixing shaft, can enhance the mechanical properties of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC). However, the effects of vibration mixing on carbon nanotube (CNT)-reinforced UHPC h...

Purpose: This study aims to analyze the interactions within the intellectual property pledge financing framework involving SMBMEs, banks, and third-party intermediaries, focusing on factors that promote sustainable cooperation. Methods: The research...

This article offers a comprehensive analysis of the impact of MSPF on concrete’s mechanical properties and fracture behavior. Combining findings from numerical simulations and laboratory experiments, our study validates numerical models against...

The Church of Panaghia Krena is a very important Byzantine monument situated in the island of Chios, well-known due to the high aesthetic value of the ceramic tile decoration on its facades and of its frescoes. The church suffered severe damage espec...

In this article, a nonlinear static analysis model of a bridge pile foundation is established using numerical simulation, and the correctness of the model is verified via experiments. Then, the damage characteristics and mechanical behaviors of bridg...