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  • Unlocking the Value of Business Intelligence Applications in Construction

    From Digitalisation to Data-Driven Processes
    • 1 Edición
    • F. Henry Abanda + 3 más
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    Unlocking the Value of Business Intelligence Applications in Construction: From Digitalisation to Data-Driven Processes reviews and evaluates the major the challenges faced in the lifecycle delivery and management of construction projects. The role of business intelligence (BI) in overcoming these challenges is examined. The book covers the different applications of BI in the different phases of a project lifecycle. Following this, it reviews the applications of BI and how it can be integrated with other emerging technologies, such as AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning and generative AI in construction. The various applications are illustrated using workflows to facilitate understanding. Applications of BI and/or BI integrated with related technologies are presented as case studies or real-life projects.

  • Machine Learning Applications in Structural Engineering

    • 1 Edición
    • Rahul Biswas + 2 más
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    Machine Learning Applications in Structural Engineering is a practical guide to machine learning in structural engineering. With first-hand examples of machine learning applications, this book is a vital reference for both entry-level readers and advanced professionals. For experts, the book offers insights into emerging applications that are shaping the future of the discipline, making it a compelling choice for engineers looking to leverage machine learning for smarter, more resilient structural solutions. This accessible style makes complex concepts manageable, and the book offers clear explanations while showcasing the potential of machine learning as a versatile tool for advancing structural engineering practices.It is aimed at engineers, researchers, and students with an interest in integrating new, machine learning technologies into daily practice. Readers will find a balance of foundational theory with hands-on, data-driven solutions tailored to meet real-world demands.

  • Composite Truss Bridges With Concrete-filled Rectangular Steel Tube Members

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    • Yongjian Liu + 1 más
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    Composite Truss Bridges with Concrete-filled Rectangular Steel Tube Members provides an overview of concrete filled steel tubular or CFST and the new structures and technologies in bridge engineering based on CFRST trusses. It covers both the mechanical properties of different CFRST structures and the design method and calculation method of CFRST composite truss bridge structures. It reviews the characteristics and advantages of new CFRST structures and the new technologies applied in real-world engineering situations

  • Artificial Intelligence Applications for High-Performance Built Environments

    • 1 Edición
    • Shuai Lu + 2 más
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    Artificial Intelligence Applications for High-Performance Built Environments draws on the authors’ international academic and industry experience to provide readers with a comprehensive overview of the beneficial impact of AI to the building industry, with both theoretical insights and real-world applications. The book demonstrates how many building industry challenges can be successfully addressed using intelligent technologies while also presenting detailed, cutting-edge methods of applying AI to a range of building industry procedures and performance aspects of the built environment. Readers will learn how to use AI solutions to address similar problems they may be confronted with in their projects/investigati... suggests models, algorithms, and tools, providing a practical pathway for readers to apply AI technologies across the entire building process lifecycle to enhance innovation, efficiency, and productivity. The book's emphasis on intelligence technologies appeals equally to academic and industry-based readers who are not only interested in getting in front of the sector’s technology curve but also in discovering innovative, practical solutions.

  • Microcapsule-based Intelligent Resilience in Concrete

    Design, Performance and Evaluation
    • 1 Edición
    • Feng Xing + 1 más
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    Microcapsule-based intelligent resilience concretes are being widely recognized as a remedial technique to improve the durability of concrete. Microcapsule-based Intelligent Resilience in Concrete: Design, Performance and Evaluation provides an overview of the creation and further development of novel microcapsule-based self-resilience systems and their applications in concrete structures. The three comprehensive self-resilience systems - namely physical, chemical and bionic restoration systems - are discussed in detail: together with the major challenges regarding evaluation and future developments in self-resilience in concrete structures.

  • Biomass Waste and Byproducts in Construction Materials

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    • Francisco Agrela + 3 más
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    Biomass Waste and Byproducts in Construction Materials explores processing techniques to optimize the properties of different biomass-derived products, guiding readers through material selection that is suitable to specific applications depending on the required performance. Next, a variety of expert studies, including lifecycle assessment and lifecycle cost analysis, 3D printing, and perspectives on BBA formulations describe recent progress in the use of biomass in building materials. Finally, high value-added applications are detailed, rounding out a comprehensive investigation into effective ways to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of construction composites while also contributing to waste-to-wealth strategies.Readers will find this to be a single-point reference for researchers, practitioners, and other AECO stakeholders interested in innovative building components developed with organic materials' residues and derivatives.

  • Smart Civil and Structural Engineering

    Integrating Innovative Technologies for Civil and Structural Excellence
    • 1 Edición
    • Shahryar Habibi
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    Smart Structural Engineering: Integrating Innovative Technologies for Civil and Structural Excellence provides an exploration of the dynamic intersection between smart technologies and civil and structural engineering. It discusses the transformative role of cutting-edge technologies in revolutionizing the way design is transforming structural engineering. The central theme of the book is the seamless integration of innovative technologies in the field, enabling engineers to create structures that are not only robust but also intelligent and adaptable.Key themes include:Innovative TechnologiesIntellig... Structural SystemsInterdiscipli... CollaborationSustain... in Practice

  • Alternative Construction Materials for Structures and Bridges

    • 1 Edición
    • Yail Jimmy Kim + 1 más
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    Alternative Construction Materials for Structures and Bridges discusses state-of-the-art subjects, such as high-performance concrete, lightweight concrete, self-consolidating rubberized concrete, shape memory alloys, non-metallic reinforcements, and other advanced composites. The book presents a comprehensive overview of the performance of these materials, including mechanical properties, structural responses, durability, failure mechanisms, lifecycle analysis, and design recommendations, thus creating a compelling resource with the purpose of grounding its readers’ specialized understanding and driving the application of sought-after knowledge to practical endeavors.Researcher... students, and the structural engineering community of practitioners will find novel ideas to improve the reliability of new constructions and extend the service life of existing structural components through non-conventional materials which also play a crucial role in the minimization of maintenance and rehabilitation frequency, extent, and costs.

  • Circular Economy Solutions for Engineered Construction Materials

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    • Chamila Gunasekara + 3 más
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    Circular Economy Solutions for Engineered Construction Materials presents a collection of cutting-edge research and practical solutions from the leading industry experts and researchers. The book provides readers with actionable insights into transforming reclaimed waste into valuable construction materials, pioneering post-carbon innovations, and integrating social and policy dimensions into waste minimization strategies. Sections highlight multidisciplinary approaches, such as carbon fixation, computer-aided design technologies and smart waste tracking systems, offering readers practical pathways towards circular economy practices

  • Glulam Materials and Structures

    Durability and Sustainability in Construction
    • 1 Edición
    • Shan Gao + 2 más
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    Glulam Materials and Structures: Durability and Sustainability in Construction offers a specialized exploration of the latest innovations relating to this environmentally-frie... technology, emphasizing its durability, performance, and expanding use in construction. The book analyzes the materials' response to extreme environments, focusing on critical factors like high-temperature exposure, freeze-thaw cycles, and corrosive atmospheres, providing new perspectives into how glulam performs under these challenging conditions. Sections also cover cutting-edge advances in glulam beam designs, prestressed joints, and glulam—steel composite members, diving into their mechanical properties and environmental impact.The integration of sophisticated testing methods and equipment, simulation techniques, and performance prediction theories adds significant value to discussions, making this volume an indispensable resource for readers looking to optimize engineered wood products’ potential in both new and existing structures. Drawing from the authors’ extensive research, this work also delivers detailed case studies that demonstrate how glulam has been applied in real-world projects.