Cement-Based Materials and Construction Materials: Modeling, Characterization, and Mechanical Behavior (Second 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 August 2026 | Viewed by 3291
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The success of our first volume of the Special Issue “Cement-Based Materials and Construction Materials: Modeling, Characterization, and Mechanical Behavior” underlines that issues related to cement-based materials are still unresolved and require further research. This fact encouraged us to create a second Special Issue under the same title that will further present state-of-the-art advances in cement-based and construction materials that are fundamental to civil engineering.
We invite you to submit a manuscript to this Special Issue in the form of an original research article or review paper.
In recent decades, the field of construction materials and engineering has greatly advanced with the development of new materials and improved characterization techniques. This has led to the creation of new models that can simulate the mechanical behavior of different materials, including concrete and reinforced concrete.
Cement-based materials, which are the most widely used construction materials, are complex systems that have transient physical and mechanical properties. Understanding the mechanical behavior of cement-based materials is essential for predicting structures’ durability and safety over time.
Modeling and characterization techniques offer a better understanding of the mechanical behavior of different materials, allowing for improved design and performance. New materials, such as fiber-reinforced concrete and ultrahigh-performance concrete, are also emerging, offering enhanced durability and improved mechanical properties. In summary, the field of cement-based materials and construction materials continues to grow and evolve. The continued development of models and characterization techniques allows for better design and analysis of construction materials and structures, assisting engineers in providing safe and sustainable solutions for infrastructure projects.
Therefore, this Special Issue focuses on advances in the modeling, characterization, and mechanical behavior of construction materials, welcoming original research papers, communications, and reviews.
Dr. Maria Lippiello
Dr. Antonio Sandoli
Dr. Carla Ceraldi
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- construction materials
- mechanical behavior
- modeling and simulations
- cement-based materials
- concrete
- masonry
- timber
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