Concrete Engineering International, August 2024

The August issue includes: Transportation, Low-Carbon Construction, Technology in Concrete Construction, Concrete Repair and Concrete Architecture and Design.

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Architecture

Design

Concrete Architecture

In ‘Using migrating corrosion inhibitors for restoration and repair of reinforced concrete structures,’ Ana Juraga from Cortec, Zagreb, Croatia, explains how corrosion of embedded steel is a major cause of deterioration in reinforced concrete structures. Although concrete mix designs have improved durability, cracking from shrinkage, movement, or other forces remains a concern for achieving long service life.

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Structural Expressionism

Sacred Architecture

Religious Architecture

Canada Project

Adventurous Design

Floating Picture Frames

New York Architecture

Architecture Books

Sacred Modernity by Jamie McGregor Smith represents the first attempt by a photographer to collate the religious architecture of the mid-century high modern years that took many forms – from Brutalism to Structural Expressionism – under a singular artistic vision. The image shows Chiesa di Santa Maria Immacolata, Longarone, Italy – Giovanni Michelucci, 1975–1977.

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House In The Philippines

Located in Batangas, Philippines, the two-story 660m2 residence sits on a sloped site, with the homeowners opting for a poured in-situ, as-struck concrete structure that channels ample daylight and offers panoramic views of the sea. Structural engineer RN Ferrer & Associates and CAZA Architects found that a cast-in-situ concrete structure reduces the amount of usable space required and maximises the living floor area. By Carlos Arnaiz, CAZA Architects, Philippines

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The Alquimia Inn is located in the the small town of Aiuruoca in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. It’s the setting chosen for the construction of a sustainable skate bowl through the Alchemy experience in the ‘bioconstruction’ of skate parks, an event that brings together lovers of the art of skate park construction to exchange experiences on the topic. George Rotatori of Rotafibra Research Centerin Brazil reports in ‘Alchemy Bowl – from recycling paper and cigarette butts to skate parks.’

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A 55m-tall residential tower, designed by French architect Hamonic+Masson & Associés has just been completed in Le Havre, France. Named Alta Tower, its twisting geometry and concrete frame make a bold and expressive statement at the heart of French architect Auguste Perret’s celebrated post-Second World War redevelopment of the city.

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Heidelberg, the city of science and research, now has its first major dedicated congress and convention venue. The Basel-based architectural bureau Degelo Architekten has developed a characterful building that on the exterior appears compact and plain, but turns out to have a complex and many-faceted interior. Article by Gisela Graf of Gisela Graf Communications (for Degelo Architekten), Freiburg, Germany.

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Residential Architecture

Merida Yucatan Mexico

The wonder of Wóolis: a space inspired by Maya culture - Nestled amid the vibrant tapestry of Mérida, Yucatán, lies Wóolis, a modern marvel that seamlessly intertwines architectural innovation with cultural heritage. This comprehensive exploration, delves into the depths of Wóolis, unravelling its design intricacies, cultural significance, and the profound impact it has on its surroundings. Min Peniche Calafell & Jorge Duarte Torre of Arkham Projects in Yucatán, México report.

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Build Projects

Modular Construction

Sustainable Building

Construction Industry

Construction Projects

Improve Productivity

Building Structure

Detailed Drawings

Leveraging BIM in concrete structural detailing ensures construction accuracy, durability and efficiency. Precise and detailed drawings and plans enhance the structural integrity of reinforcement, connections and formwork. In ‘Exploring the use of BIM in concrete structural detailing,’ Bhushan Avasthi of HitechDigital, Ahmedabad, India explains.

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Hydraulic props offer a range of benefits for supporting excavations, such as ease of use, quick and easy installation, and the ability to reuse equipment, as well as being a sustainable and economic solution. Despite this, the adoption of hydraulic propping has been varied across the globe, with countries working to timescales that differ vastly. In ‘The future of ground shoring,’ John Breen of Altrad RMD Kwikform in Walsall, UK reports.

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Recycling

Green Concrete

Environmentally Conscious

Carbon Footprint

Natural Resources

Binders

In ‘Innovative approaches driving sustainable concrete solutions,’ SB Hegde, Jain College of Engineering and Technology in Hubballi, India explains how 'Green' concrete signifies a shift towards environmentally conscious practices, in lessening the toll of production and building processes. It encompasses various methods, such as using recycled aggregates, industrial by-products and alternative binders, all contributing to diminished carbon footprints and decreased use of natural resources.

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A Finnish company serving the concrete industry has developed what it claims is an effective, cost-efficient, verifiable technique to sequester carbon dioxide in concrete. In ‘New technique offers verified concrete CO2 sequestration’ Julia Salovaara of Vaisala in Helsinki, Finland reports.

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‘Catwalk’ – suspended scaffold Ringlock swings into action The Danube River Bridge project in the Austrian city of Linz represents the first construction phase of the A26 motorway and is nearing completion. A ‘one-stop shop’ for formwork, scaffolding and digital solutions has enabled streamlined operations, secure working environments and cost-effective budget management.

From Dean Street to Pacific Street, 24 concrete sidewalks at 204-09, Jamaica 6 Avenue, in Hollis, NY, were experiencing extensive damage. A licensed team of experts tackled the replacement of concrete and the installation of bollards, making the space free from trip hazards.
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From Dean Street to Pacific Street, 24 concrete sidewalks at 204-09, Jamaica 6 Avenue, in Hollis, NY, were experiencing extensive damage. A licensed team of experts tackled the replacement of concrete and the installation of bollards, making the space free from trip hazards. Report by Johnny Lee, Sidewalk Repair NYC, USA

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Germany

On The Border

Borders

The motorway bridge near Herleshausen on the border between Hesse and Thuringia is to have slender, round pillars. This is why Rädlinger Ingenieurbau, the company responsible, decided in favour of steel circular column formwork. In ‘Slender pillars for motorway bridge on the new A44,’ Katja Münch of PASCHAL-Werk G Maier, Steinach, Germany reports.

Concrete Engineering International, August 2024

The August issue includes: Transportation, Low-Carbon Construction, Technology in Concrete Construction, Concrete Repair and Concrete Architecture and Design.

15 Pins

·2mo

Concrete Magazine