Sustainability of Construction Materials (Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering Book 70)

__Sustainability of Construction Materials, Second Edition,__ explores anincreasingly important aspect of construction. In recent years, serious consideration has been given to environmental and societal issues in the manufacturing, use, disposal, and recycling of construction materials. This book provides comprehensive and detailed analysis of the sustainability issues associated with these materials, mainly in relation to the constituent materials, processing, recycling, and lifecycle environmental impacts. The contents of each chapter reflect the individual aspects of the material that affect sustainability, such as the preservation and repair of timber, the use of cement replacements in concrete, the prevention and control of metal corrosion and the crucial role of adhesives in wood products. * Provides helpful guidance on lifecycle assessment, durability, recycling, and the engineering properties of construction materials * Fully updated to take on new developments, with an additional nineteen chapters added to include natural stone, polymers and plastics, and plaster products * Provides essential reading for individuals at all levels who are involved in the construction and selection, assessment and use, and maintenance of materials Content: Front Matter,Copyright,List of Contributors,Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural EngineeringEntitled to full text1 - Introduction, Pages 1-11, J.M. Khatib 2 - Principles of sustainability and life-cycle analysis, Pages 13-31, A.-M. Mahamadu, K. Baffour Awuah, C.A. Booth 3 - Intrinsic properties controlling the sustainability of construction, Pages 33-53, R. Bennacer, K. Abahri, R. Belarbi 4 - Nanotechnologies for sustainable construction, Pages 55-78, A. Lazaro, Q.L. Yu, H.J.H. Brouwers 5 - Sustainability of glass in construction, Pages 79-104, M. Achintha 6 - Sustainability of metals and alloys in construction, Pages 105-128, P. Lambert 7 - Sustainability of timber and wood in construction, Pages 129-157, A.C. Woodard, H.R. Milner 8 - Sustainability of engineered wood products, Pages 159-180, H.R. Milner, A.C. Woodard 9 - Sustainability of aggregates in construction, Pages 181-207, W. Langer 10 - The sustainability of lightweight aggregates manufactured from clay wastes for reducing the carbon footprint of structural and foundation concrete, Pages 209-244, R.F.W. Boarder, P.L. Owens, J.M. Khatib 11 - Sustainability of masonry in construction, Pages 245-282, A.S. Smith, P. Bingel, A. Bown 12 - Sustainability of natural stone as a construction material, Pages 283-308, A. Klemm, D. Wiggins 13 - Sustainability of compressed earth as a construction material, Pages 309-341, C. Egenti, J.M. Khatib 14 - Sustainability of bituminous materials, Pages 343-370, I. Widyatmoko 15 - Sustainability of cement, concrete and cement replacement materials in construction, Pages 371-396, M. Sonebi, Y. Ammar, P. Diederich 16 - Durability of sustainable construction materials, Pages 397-414, J. Bai 17 - Low clinker cement as a sustainable construction material, Pages 415-457, L. Black 18 - Sustainability of alkali-activated cementitious materials and geopolymers, Pages 459-476, P. Mangat, P. Lambert 19 - Sustainable use of vegetable fibres and particles in civil construction, Pages 477-520, H. Savastano Jr., S.F. Santos, J. Fiorelli, V. Agopyan 20 - Sustainability of fiber-reinforced polymers (FRPs) as a construction material, Pages 521-538, A. Belarbi, M. Dawood 21 - Sustainability of fibre composite concrete construction, Pages 539-566, O. Kayali 22 - Sustainability of wastepaper in construction, Pages 567-596, J.M. Kinuthia 23 - Sustainability of using waste rubber in concrete, Pages 597-623, I.B. Topçu, T. Uygunoglu 24 - Sustainability of sewage sludge in construction, Pages 625-641, A. Hamood, J.M. Khatib 25 - Sustainability of gypsum products as a construction material, Pages 643-681, N. Lushnikova, L. Dvorkin 26 - Sustainability of desulphurised (FGD) waste in construction, Pages 683-715, L. Wright, J.M. Khatib 27 - Conclusion, Pages 717-721, J.M. Khatib Index, Pages 723-740

Sustainable Construction Materials: Copper Slag, as part of a series of five, the book aims to promote the use of sustainable construction materials. It is different to the norm and its uniqueness lies in developing a data matrix sourced from 400 publications, contributed by 712 authors from 337 institutions in 40 countries from 1964 to 2015, on the subject of copper slag as a construction material, and systematically, analysisng, evaluating and modelling this information for use in cement, concrete, geotechnics and road pavement applications. Related environmental issues, case studies and standards are also discussed. The work establishes what is already known and can be used. It would also help to avoid repetitive research and save valuable resources, which can instead be directed towards new research to progress the use of sustainable construction materials.

The book is structured in an incisive and easy to digest manner. As an excellent reference source, the book is particularly suited for researchers, academics, design engineers, specifiers, contractors, developers and certifying and regulatory authorities, seeking to promote sustainability within the construction sector.

• Provides an extensive source of valuable database information supported by an exhaustive and comprehensively organized list of globally published literature spanning 40-50 years, up to 2016, with over 400 references
• Offers an analysis, evaluation, repackaging, and modeling of existing knowledge, encouraging more responsible use of waste materials in construction
• Presents a wealth of knowledge for use in many sectors relating to the construction profession

Sustainable Construction Materials: Sewage Sludge Ash, part of a series of five, aims to promote the use of sustainable construction materials. It is different from the norm, with its uniqueness lying in the development of a data matrix sourced from over 600 publications and contributed by 1107 authors from 442 institutions in 48 countries from 1970 to 2016, all focusing on the subject of sewage sludge ash as a construction material, and systematically analyzing, evaluating, and modeling the information for use in cement, concrete, ceramics, geotechnics, and road pavement applications.

Related environmental issues, case studies, and standards are also discussed. The book helps users avoid repetitive research and save valuable resources, giving them more latitude to explore new research to progress the use of sustainable construction materials. It is structured in an incisive and easy to digest manner.

As an excellent reference source, the book is particularly suited for researchers, academics, design engineers, specifiers, contractors, developers, and certifying and regulatory authorities who seek to promote sustainability within the construction sector.

• Provides an extensive source of valuable database information supported by an exhaustive and comprehensively organized list of globally published literature spanning 40-50 years, up to 2016, with 5000 references
• Offers an analysis, evaluation, repackaging, and modeling of existing knowledge, encouraging more responsible use of waste materials in construction
• Presents a wealth of knowledge for use in many sectors relating to the construction profession

Nonconventional and Vernacular Construction Materials: Characterisation, Properties and Applications provides a comprehensive repository of information on materials science and the modern structural engineering application of ancient, vernacular, and nonconventional building materials, with leading experts contributing chapters that focus on current applications and the engineering of these construction materials.

Opening with a historic retrospective of nonconventional materials, Part One includes a review of vernacular construction and a discussion of the future directions for nonconventional and vernacular materials research and applications. Chapters in Part Two focus on natural fibers, including their application in cementitious composites, non-cementitious composites, and strawbale construction. In Part Three, chapters cover the use of industrial by-products and natural ashes in cement mortar and concrete, and construction using soil-cement blocks, clay-based materials, adobe and earthen materials, and ancient stone masonry. Timber, bamboo, and paper construction materials are investigated in the final section of the book.

• Provides a state-of-the-art review of the modern use and engineering of nonconventional building materials
• Contains chapters that focus on individual construction materials and address both material characterization and structural applications
• Covers sustainable engineering and the trend towards engineering for humanity

Nonconventional and Vernacular Construction Materials: Characterisation, Properties and Applications provides a comprehensive repository of information on materials science and the modern structural engineering application of ancient, vernacular, and nonconventional building materials, with leading experts contributing chapters that focus on current applications and the engineering of these construction materials. Opening with a historic retrospective of nonconventional materials, Part One includes a review of vernacular construction and a discussion of the future directions for nonconventional and vernacular materials research and applications. Chapters in Part Two focus on natural fibers, including their application in cementitious composites, non-cementitious composites, and strawbale construction. In Part Three, chapters cover the use of industrial by-products and natural ashes in cement mortar and concrete, and construction using soil-cement blocks, clay-based materials, adobe and earthen materials, and ancient stone masonry. Timber, bamboo, and paper construction materials are investigated in the final section of the book. Provides a state-of-the-art review of the modern use and engineering of nonconventional building materials Contains chapters that focus on individual construction materials and address both material characterization and structural applications Covers sustainable engineering and the trend towards engineering for humanity

Sustainability of Construction Materials, Second Edition, explores an increasingly important aspect of construction. In recent years, serious consideration has been given to environmental and societal issues in the manufacturing, use, disposal, and recycling of construction materials.

This book provides comprehensive and detailed analysis of the sustainability issues associated with these materials, mainly in relation to the constituent materials, processing, recycling, and lifecycle environmental impacts.

The contents of each chapter reflect the individual aspects of the material that affect sustainability, such as the preservation and repair of timber, the use of cement replacements in concrete, the prevention and control of metal corrosion and the crucial role of adhesives in wood products.

• Provides helpful guidance on lifecycle assessment, durability, recycling, and the engineering properties of construction materials
• Fully updated to take on new developments, with an additional nineteen chapters added to include natural stone, polymers and plastics, and plaster products
• Provides essential reading for individuals at all levels who are involved in the construction and selection, assessment and use, and maintenance of materials

Sustainable Construction Materials: Sewage Sludge Ash, part of a series of five, aims to promote the use of sustainable construction materials. It is different from the norm, with its uniqueness lying in the development of a data matrix sourced fromïÅ1⁄2over 600ïÅ1⁄2publications and contributed by 1107 authors from 442 institutions in 48 countries from 1970 to 2016, all focusing on the subject of sewage sludge ash as a construction material, and systematically analyzing, evaluating, and modeling the information for use in cement, concrete, ceramics, geotechnics, and road pavement applications. Related environmental issues, case studies, and standards are also discussed. The book helps users avoid repetitive research and save valuable resources, giving them more latitude to explore new research to progress the use of sustainable construction materials. It is structured in an incisive and easy to digest manner. As an excellent reference source, the book is particularly suited for researchers, academics, design engineers, specifiers, contractors, developers, and certifying and regulatory authorities who seek to promote sustainability within the construction sector

Characteristics and Uses of Steel Slag in Building Construction focuses predominantly on the utilization of ferrous slag (blast furnace and steel slag) in building construction.

This extensive literature review discusses the worldwide utilization of ferrous slag and applications in all sectors of civil engineering, including structural engineering, road construction, and hydro-technical structures.

It presents cutting-edge research on the characteristics and properties of ferrous slag, and its overall impact on the environment.

• Comprehensively reviews the literature on the use of blast furnace and steel slag in civil engineering
• Examines the environmental impact of slag production and its effect on human health
• Presents cutting-edge research from worldwide studies on the use of blast furnace and steel slag

Characteristics and Uses of Steel Slag in Building Construction focuses predominantly on the utilization of ferrous slag (blast furnace and steel slag) in building construction. This extensive literature review discusses the worldwide utilization of ferrous slag and applications in all sectors of civil engineering, including structural engineering, road construction, and hydro-technical structures. It presents cutting-edge research on the characteristics and properties of ferrous slag, and its overall impact on the environment. Comprehensively reviews the literature on the use of blast furnace and steel slag in civil engineering Examines the environmental impact of slag production and its effect on human health Presents cutting-edge research from worldwide studies on the use of blast furnace and steel slag This book is part of a series of five, aims to promote the use of sustainable construction materials. It is different from the norm, with its uniqueness lying in the development of a data matrix sourced from over 600 publications and contributed by 1107 authors from 442 institutions in 48 countries from 1970 to 2016, all focusing on the subject of sewage sludge ash as a construction material, and systematically analyzing, evaluating, and modeling the information for use in cement, concrete, ceramics, geotechnics, and road pavement applications. Related environmental issues, case studies, and standards are also discussed. The book helps users avoid repetitive research and save valuable resources, giving them more latitude to explore new research to progress the use of sustainable construction materials Annotation Through a thorough review of materials science and the modern structural engineering applications of ancient, vernacular, and non-conventional building materials, this book provides a comprehensive repository of information on the topic, with leading experts contributing chapters that focus on current applications and the engineering of these construction materials Steel slag is a by-product of steel production that can be exploited in building construction. This book is predominantly focused on the utilization of ferrous slag (blast furnace and steel slag). It presents cutting-edge research on the characteristics and properties of ferrous slag as well as its overall impact on the environment This title brings together a wealth of research on construction material sustainability. It provides a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the sustainability of materials including aggregates, wood, bamboo, vegetable fibres, masonry, cement, concrete, and much more