Books in Building and construction

Biochar-Based Cement and Concrete for Sustainable Construction

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Daniel C.W. Tsang + 1 more
English

In response to the urgent need for achieving carbon neutrality in the construction industry, with Biochar-Based Cement and Concrete for Sustainable Construction, an international group of experts has set out to provide a timely, comprehensive overview of biochar. Although the method is relatively new, extensive research has been conducted in recent years to systematically gather information proving biochar as an ideal medium for carbon sequestration when used as an engineered additive in cementitious materials, but also to strengthen concrete in all key dimensions via enhancements to hydration and integration into the hardened matrix.The volume pragmatically stands out as an invaluable resource which offers up-to-date guidance on eco-efficient construction materials’ manufacturing and practical application examples backed by considerations regarding their environmental soundness. At the same time, it stimulates research into future developments with relevance to interdisciplinary audiences both in academia and industry.

Hybrid Self-Centring Steel Frames

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Xuhong Zhou + 3 more
English

Written for professional engineers, researchers and academics working in the design and construction of seismic-resilient structures, Hybrid Self-centring Steel Frames: Hysteretic Behaviour and Structural Seismic Design is an up to date resource on this novel construction method. The book provides comprehensive coverage of the advanced seismic design principles specific to hybrid self-centring steel frames, including the latest developments in seismic design codes and innovations in earthquake-resistant structures. Innovations in structural engineering materials and techniques are described, enabling readers to understand the properties of new materials and how they can be integrated into existing building designs. The book integrates theory with case studies, bridging the gap between conceptual design and real-world implementation, including seismic design of new buildings and retrofitting of existing structures with the hybrid self-centring steel frame, positioning it as a valuable resource for structural and seismic engineering professionals and also research and academic readers. Simulation and modelling techniques, including dynamic analysis and other computational techniques to support the precise prediction and study of structural behaviors under seismic forces are included for both theoretical structures and practical applications. The breadth of topics covered, from basic structural concepts and research frameworks, to advanced modelling techniques and performance-based design methodologies ensures the book’s appeal to both industry professionals and the research and academic readership. In integrating cutting-edge technologies and methodologies, and alignment with contemporary direction in this field, the book has potential to push the boundaries of existing knowledge in seismic design.

Digital Informatics, Visualisation and Virtual Reality in the Built Environment

1st Edition
September 1, 2025
Samad Sepasgozar + 3 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Digital Informatics, Visualisation and Virtual Reality in the Built Environment delves into the intersection of human interaction, digital information, and the architectural landscape. It thoroughly examines the instruments and methodologies vital to sustainable construction management and urban planning. The book provides a detailed look at how digital informatics equips professionals to make informed decisions. Moreover, it includes practical examples, such as a virtual tunnel boring machine that uses real-time data for training and monitoring, risk assessments for modular construction in a gaming environment, and big data and GIS analytics to understand urban challenges.This comprehensive guide also showcases the use of advanced technology to address issues like urban waste management, bushfire impacts, and pandemic responses. Readers will find valuable insights into the application of digital tools in the built environment, highlighting the transformative potential of integrating informatics with traditional practices. The book is an essential resource for those looking to leverage digital innovations to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of urban development projects.

Advanced Structural Analysis

1st Edition
September 1, 2025
Juan Camilo Molina Villegas
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Advanced Structural Analysis: From Theory to Computer Implementation (OpenSees Examples with Python Code Solutions) starts by laying out the differential equations governing various structural elements and shows how to solve simple structures directly using concepts from differential equations and boundary value problems. Introducing the Green’s Functions Stiffness Method (GFSM), a novel technique related to the traditional Stiffness Method (SM) and FEM, the GFSM corrects FEM and merges SM's strengths with those of Green’s Functions. The book features numerous examples and exercises with Python code solutions, some of which also demonstrate the use of OpenSees, a popular FEM program.By offering theoretical foundations and practical numerical implementations, it provides a comprehensive understanding of structural analysis concepts.

Fire Behaviour and the Residual Mechanical Properties of Structural Concrete

1st Edition
September 1, 2025
N. Anand + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Fire Behaviour and the Residual Mechanical Properties of Structural Concrete helps readers understand these processes, enabling engineers and researchers to develop effective fire protection measures and design guidelines for concrete structures. Studying the behavior of concrete under fire is crucial for understanding the performance and safety of concrete structures in fire conditions. Concrete is widely used in the construction industry due to its strength, durability, and fire resistance properties. However, even though concrete is inherently fire-resistant, it can still be affected by high temperatures.When concrete is exposed to fire, several physical and chemical processes take place that can lead to its deterioration and eventual failure. This book helps readers understand these processes, enabling engineers and researchers to develop effective fire protection measures and design guidelines for concrete structures.

Civil Structures and Infrastructure Systems

1st Edition
August 1, 2025
Cao Wang
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Civil Structures and Infrastructure Systems: From Reliability to Resilience examines the reliability and resilience of individual structures, outlining their similarity/difference through a unified framework. Subsequently, the reliability and resilience of infrastructure systems consisting of interacting multiple components are considered, with an emphasis on the wide applicability of reliability and resilience theories in engineering practice.

Intelligent Shield Machines

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Huayong Yang + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Shield machines have long been used in tunnelling as a result of their high reliability, high efficiency and high value-added, providing a fast digging speed, high construction quality and low impact on the surrounding environment. However, with the rapid development of new-generation information technologies, big data, artificial intelligence technology, the field of shield equipment offers even greater potential. This book explores that potential, combining both theoretical and practical engineering applications of the new technologies

A Unified Hardening Constitutive Theory for Soils

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Yangping Yao
English
Paperback
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eBook
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A Unified Hardening Constitutive Theory for Soils: Fundamentals of Plasticity for Geomaterials provides a unified hardening (UH) theory capable of uniformly describing the behaviors of both sand and clay. The models developed within the UH theory framework are characterized by their simplicity and efficiency, requiring only a few parameters that have clear physical meanings. The book not only deepens the theoretical understanding of soil mechanics and related fields but also provides a practical reference for a wide range of civil engineering and geotechnical applications.The insights and outcomes presented are important in terms of advancing theoretical knowledge and facilitating practical engineering solutions.

Wastes to Low-Carbon Construction Materials

1st Edition
May 1, 2025
Lei Wang + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Wastes to Low-Carbon Construction Materials provides a comprehensive overview of the utilization of wastes in the production of low-carbon construction materials. It covers a wide range of topics, including the basics of waste-tomaterials, the use of various types of waste, the manufacturing and processing of low-carbon construction materials, and the design and applications of wasteto-materials in low-carbon construction. Notable features of this book include the detailed discussion of different wastes, such as industrial, agricultural and municipal solid wastes and their properties and characteristics as construction materials. It also explores the manufacturing processes, performance, durability and environmental impact of low-carbon construction materials, as well as the emerging technologies for their production. In addition, this book introduces environmental impacts and economic benefits of using waste materials in construction, making it a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners and policymakers interested in sustainable building practices.

S960 Ultra-High Strength Steel Welded I-Section Structural Members

1st Edition
April 1, 2025
Andi Su + 3 more
English
eBook
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S960 Ultra-High Strength Steel Welded I-Section Structural Members focuses on the structural behaviour and design of S960 ultra-high strength welded I-section components under different loading cases, with detailed introduction on experimental and numerical programme presented. The actual use of S960 ultra-high strength welded I-section components is restricted, to some extent, by the lack of appropriate design rules, since the current international design standards can only be applicable to steel components with material grades lower than S700 (or S690). Therefore, the applicability of the current design rules for high strength steel structures to ultra-high strength steel counterparts is evaluated and the relating efficient design approaches are proposed in this book, putting the basis for the development of current design codes.

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