Special Issue “Advanced Composites: From Materials Characterization to Structural Application”

Abstract

The modern industry allows synthesizing and manufacturing composite materials with a wide range of mechanical properties applicable in medicine, aviation, automotive industry, etc [...]

Analysing the Confinement Effect in Hollow Core Steel-Concrete Composite Columns under Axial Compression

“…Alternative solutions could employ corrosion-resistant FRP materials composing lightweight composite structures [ 13 , 14 ]. In any case, centrifugal concrete technology can substantially reduce the energy consumptions for the production of composite members that aligns with the current trends in material science [ 36 ]. The external shell of composite members is permanent formwork.…”

Material-oriented engineering for eco-optimized structures—a new design approach

“…The article collection [2] reveals considerable room for improving the choice of structural materials from a scientific viewpoint. Among other promising examples, recent findings show the beneficial effect of nano-particles on the mechanical performance of advanced composites [3]; chemical additives can help identify the thermal impact on structural composites [4]; heat-resistant aluminumbased composites ensure power transmission safety [5].…”

Discussion on Pak, Hongrak, Leach, Samuel, Yoon, Seung Hyun, and Paal, Stephanie German (2023) “A knowledge transfer enhanced ensemble approach to predict the shear capacity of reinforced concrete deep beams without stirrups.” Computer‐Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, 38:11, 1520–1535

“…Notwithstanding the industrial capabilities in manufacturing advanced composites applicable in medicine, aviation, and automotive sectors, conservative structural design principles remain predominant in the building industry. At the same time, it generates a substantial part of the budget worldwide and utilizes vast amounts of natural resources (Gribniak, 2020).…”