Construction is the most resource intensive sector in the world. It consumes more than half of
the total global resources; it is responsible for more than a third of the total global energy use …

The additive manufacturing of real scale structures using UAVs (drones) is a new discipline
with challenges as wide as the possibilities it opens up for the future. UAVs must not be seen …

Masonry construction with interlocking bricks could effectively reduce construction time,
minimize labour cost and improve construction quality. Existing interlocking bricks are mostly …

The use of concrete in civil infrastructure is highly demanded in structural and nonstructural
elements. However, the high production of concrete could lead to severe pollution in the …

The behavior of rubberized interlocking masonry walls is substantially influenced by the
properties of the waste materials used, which makes them behave differently from …

This study investigates the microstructural characteristics and mechanical strength of vibro-
compacted interlocking concrete blocks, with a particular focus on incorporating image …

The utilisation of coconut-fibre ropes as vertical reinforcement in mortar-free interlocking
structures is under consideration for use in cost-effective earthquake-resistant housing. The …

Increasing interest has recently been devoted to interlocking blocks/interfaces capable to
enhance the sliding resistance of masonry joints to external forces. In this framework, this …

Dry stacked block masonry is getting popularity and has auspicious future both in developed
and developing countries. In this research work, it was aimed to appraise the seismic …

Biodegradable materials are appropriate for the environment and are gaining immense
attention worldwide. The mechanical properties (such as elongation at break, density, and …