This book focuses on materials and element testing methods and techniques in civil engineering. This book provides an in-depth explanation of various laboratory tests and field tests used to test the mechanical, physical and chemical properties of materials used in civil construction. In addition, this book also covers the testing of structural elements such as concrete, steel, and wood to ensu…
In recent years, the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in several scientific fields, varying from big data handling to medical diagnosis, has drawn significant attention. The use of AI is already present in our daily lives, as exemplified by personalized ads, virtual assistants, autonomous driving, etc. Not surprisingly, AI methodologies have demonstrated impressive results through a…
Roads, bridges, airports, and ports are multirole transportation infrastructure assets, which rely heavily on asphalt, cement, and aggregates in traditional civil engineering. Multirole transportation infrastructures should be resistant enough against structural loads and vehicle loads. Further, multirole transportation infrastructures are greatly affected by climate change, which has the poten…
This book collects emerging issues in Environmental and Civil Engineering, originating from outstanding doctoral dissertations discussed at Politecnico di Milano in 2021. The advanced innovative insights provided are presented with reference to the relevant sustainable development goals (SDGs), hoping that scientists, technicians and decision makers will find them as a valid support to face fut…
This book discusses diagnostic testing and proof load testing on bridges, including discussing methods and techniques for identifying problems or defects on bridges through diagnostic testing, as well as techniques for testing the maximum load that a bridge can withstand through proof load testing. Diagnostic testing on bridges usually involves monitoring and analysis of structural conditions …
This book provides in-depth insight into a sustainable approach to designing, constructing and managing civil structures. This book aims to discuss the principles of sustainability that can be applied in the construction industry to create infrastructure that is environmentally friendly, efficient and highly durable. This book is an essential guide for engineers, architects and professionals i…
This overview of the most recent advances in the field of SMA (Shape Memory Alloys) research and applications in civil engineering aims to help remove the knowledge barriers across disciplines and sheds considerable light on the opportunity to commercialize SMA (Shape Memory Alloys) products in the construction industry. Tinjauan tentang kemajuan terbaru di bidang penelitian dan aplikasi SMA…