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Construction Materials and Other Related Materials: Basic Theory, Applied Technology and Advanced Research Methods (2nd Edition)

A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Construction and Building Materials".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 December 2024 | Viewed by 2069

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Youliang Chen

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Department of Civil Engineering, School of Environment and Architecture, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai 200093, China
Interests: rock mass characterization and classification; geomechanical laboratory testing; environmental geotechnics; coupled hydro-thermomechanical FE modeling of geomaterials; nanomaterials
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Prof. Dr. Rafig Azzam

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Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule Aachen, 52056 Aachen, Germany
Interests: remedeation and management of brownfields; risk prognosis; environmental geotechnics
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Prof. Dr. Tomas Manuel Fernandez-Steeger

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Fachgebiet Ingenieurgeologie, Technische Universität Berlin, sec. BH 3-1, Ernst-Reuter-Platz 1, 10587 Berlin, Germany
Interests: geohazards (landslides and earthquakes); geomonitoring with wireless sensor networks (WSN); virtual outcrop models and joint analysis with LiDAR and SFM; geodata science and data mining; clay mineralogy and geotechnical properties of soils
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Prof. Dr. Bin Peng

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Department of Civil Engineering, School of Environment and Architecture, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai 200093, China
Interests: computer simulation of engineering structures; performance evaluation; repair of existing structures
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The development of science and technology has led to the crossover and diversification of disciplines, which in turn have promoted the fabrication of new technologies and techniques to produce construction materials. The research on construction materials primarily focuses on high-tech development based on the theoretical and applied principles of mechanics and related disciplines, allowing us to better solve engineering problems and refine novel ideas, principles, and methods with multidisciplinary characteristics. The study of the mechanical properties of construction materials has been cross-developed with modern engineering science and technology,  which forms the basis of aviation and aerospace, machinery, automation technology, materials and processing, and biomedical materials science, with broad complexity and diversity, reflecting its interdisciplinary development nature as well as its fundamental role in solving major engineering and technology problems.

The aim of this Special Issue is to publish original and applied experimental, theoretical and computational research as well as case studies that contribute to the understanding of basic theory, applied technology and advanced research methods of construction and other related materials. This initiative is supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.51978401) and Natural Science Foundation Project of Shanghai Science and Technology Commission (23ZR1443600).

We cordially invite you to submit your manuscripts to this Special Issue.

Prof. Dr. Youliang Chen
Prof. Dr. Rafig Azzam
Prof. Dr. Tomas Manuel Fernandez-Steeger
Prof. Dr. Bin Peng
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • multifunctional materials
  • soil
  • concrete
  • rock
  • applications
  • biomedical materials
  • metal materials

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Experimental Evaluation of Compressive Properties of Early-Age Mortar and Concrete Hollow-Block Masonry Prisms within Construction Stages
by Ali Abasi, Bennett Banting and Ayan Sadhu
Materials 2024, 17(16), 3970; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma17163970 - 9 Aug 2024
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Early-age masonry structures require temporary support until they achieve full strength. Nevertheless, there is a limited understanding of the properties of freshly laid masonry and the design of newly constructed, unsupported masonry walls. This situation has led to numerous instances of structural damage [...] Read more.
Early-age masonry structures require temporary support until they achieve full strength. Nevertheless, there is a limited understanding of the properties of freshly laid masonry and the design of newly constructed, unsupported masonry walls. This situation has led to numerous instances of structural damage and injuries to workers, prompting conservative construction bracing techniques. This paper presents comprehensive experimental studies on early-age mortar cubes and masonry prisms to assess the effects of curing time on the compressive properties of masonry assemblies, which is necessary for the design of temporary bracing. The change in modulus of elasticity and compressive strength of masonry prisms and mortar with curing time has been experimentally assessed. The results indicate that the compressive strength of freshly cast mortar cubes is relatively insignificant until approximately 24 h after construction, when it was observed to increase logarithmically. Regarding the performance perspective, the compressive strength of early-age masonry prisms is inconsiderable, less than 15% of full strength during the first day after construction. By contrast, regarding the life safety perspective, the compressive properties of a mortar joint within a masonry assembly (which is of more practical interest) appear to have no effect on the failure strength of concrete masonry prisms over the range of ages tested. The failure modes of the early-age mortar cubes and early-age masonry prism samples depend on the curing time, and different failure modes occurred before and after the start of the primary hydration phase, which is 20.8 h after construction. It is anticipated that the proposed research will provide valuable material properties leading to efficient design of control devices (e.g., temporary bracing) and improved guidelines for concrete-block masonry construction. Full article
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Assessing Mechanical Properties and Response of Expansive Soft Rock in Tunnel Excavation: A Numerical Simulation Study
by Hao Ma, Youliang Chen, Lixin Chang, Xi Du, Tomas Manuel Fernandez-Steeger, Dongpeng Wu, Rafig Azzam and Yi Li
Materials 2024, 17(8), 1747; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma17081747 - 11 Apr 2024
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This study investigates the dynamics of moisture absorption and swelling in soft rock during tunnel excavation, emphasizing the response to support resistance. Utilizing COMSOL numerical simulations, we conduct a comparative analysis of various strength criteria and non-associated flow rules. The results demonstrate that [...] Read more.
This study investigates the dynamics of moisture absorption and swelling in soft rock during tunnel excavation, emphasizing the response to support resistance. Utilizing COMSOL numerical simulations, we conduct a comparative analysis of various strength criteria and non-associated flow rules. The results demonstrate that the Mohr–Coulomb criterion combined with the Drucker–Prager model under compressive loads imposes stricter limitations on water absorption and expansion than when paired with the Drucker–Prager model under tensile loads. Restricted rock expansion leads to decreased horizontal displacement and ground uplift, increased displacement in the tunnel’s bottom arch, and significantly reduced displacement in the top arch. The study also considers the effects of shear dilation, burial depth, and support resistance on the stress and displacement of the surrounding rock. Increased shear dilation angles correlate with greater rock expansion, resulting in increased horizontal displacement and ground uplift. The research study concludes that support resistance is critical in limiting the movement of the tunnel’s bottom arch and impacting the stability of the surrounding rock. Additionally, the extent of rock damage during the excavation of expansive soft rock tunnels is found to be minimal. Overall, this study provides valuable insights into the processes of soft rock tunnel excavation and contributes to the development of more efficient support systems. Full article
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