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Bézier-based biased random-key genetic algorithm to address printability constraints in the topology optimization of concrete structures
The advancements of additive manufacturing (AM) technologies are typically coupled with research addressing topology optimization, whose aim is to use optimization methods to achieve effective expressions of f...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
H-BIM – Innovative and Digital Tools to Improve the Management of the Existing Buildings
With the introduction of the BIM methodology, the digitalization is consolidating mostly the process of new building design defining new standardized working procedures in order to optimize the data flow. On t...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
Flexural Behaviour of Steel-Reinforced Topology-Optimised Beams Fabricated by 3D Concrete Printing
In this study, steel-reinforced topology optimised beams were 3D printed through the layered extrusion technique and in combination with cementitious printable mortar. Cementitious
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Structural Design and Testing of Digitally Manufactured Concrete Structures
The form freedom enabled by digital fabrication with concrete technologies provides advantages for a wide range of concrete based objects, from architectural to structural elements. The current chapter focuses...
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Open AccessEarly-age creep behaviour of 3D printable mortars: Experimental characterisation and analytical modelling
The construction sector is experiencing significant technological innovations with digitalisation tools and automated construction techniques, such as additive manufacturing. Additive manufacturing utilising c...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
Mechanical Characterization of Layer-by-Layer Interface in Concrete Elements Obtained by Additive Manufacturing
The anisotropic behavior of the 3D concrete printing elements represents a crucial key feature to be closely investigated. It is mainly due to the layered extrusion process, the most widespread digital concret...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
Dynamic Behaviour of Layered 3D Printed Concrete Elements
Recently, the interest in digital fabrication techniques, such as 3D concrete printing, has grown at a dizzying speed, but at the same time many critical issues are still wide-open. Weak strength at the bond ...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
An Experimental Testing Procedure to Assess the Buildability Performance of 3D Printed Concrete Elements
Digital fabrication of concrete products represents a breakthrough in the field of civil engineering, revolutionizing the way of conceiving and create architectural/structural elements. Being a new technology,...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
Experimental Investigation on the Early Age Tensile Strength of Fiber Reinforced Mortar Used in 3D Concrete Printing
Digital fabrication with cement-based materials requires specific attention to be paid to the rheological and mechanical material properties both in the fresh and hardened state. For the layered extrusion proc...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
Combining Multiple Loads in a Topology Optimization Framework for Digitally Fabricated Concrete Structures
In recent literature, topology optimization gathered growing interests given its interplays with digital fabrication and additive manufacturing technologies. Notably, the topological optimization of concrete-...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
Mechanical Characterization of Cement-Based Mortar Used in 3DCP Including Early-Age Creep Effects
Digital fabrication techniques combined with suitable cementitious materials have successfully led to the implementation of innovative manufacturing processes for concrete-like products. However, although sign...
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Article
Life cycle environmental impact of different replacement options for a typical old flat roof
Numerous strategies have been implemented to reduce the global environmental burden of construction activities in order to achieve sustainable development goals. However, with regard to renovating and retrofit...
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LCA-based study on structural retrofit options for masonry buildings
Over the last decade, the rehabilitation/renovation of existing buildings has increasingly attracted the attention of scientific community. Many studies focus intensely on the mechanical and energy performance...
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Assessment of ecological sustainability of a building subjected to potential seismic events during its lifetime
Sustainable development aims to enhance the quality of life by improving the social, economic and environmental conditions for present and future generations. A sustainable engineering decision-making strategy...
