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This book is a collection of 10 research articles (from 18 submissions) authored by researchers and peer reviewed by professionals in the field to address the use of sustainable composite materials in civil and architectural engineering over the course of more than 2 years. Fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP), geopolymers, and various recycled and repurposed waste materials are among the items addressed, used in a variety of applications from flame retardance to energy consumption. This book is a great resource for both academics and professionals in the field of engineering.

Technology: general issues --- History of engineering & technology --- basic oxygen furnace slag --- autoclave test --- geopolymer technology --- expansion behavior --- recycling --- Ag/MWCNT --- EMSE --- laminated woven fabric --- PTFE film --- screen printing --- utilization --- SiC sludge --- alkaline activator solutions --- synergistic effect --- geopolymer reaction --- flame retardant --- organic-inorganic hybrid --- polyurethane --- sol-gel method --- graphene nanoplatelets --- graphene nanoplatelets/epoxy nanocomposite --- mechanical properties --- planetary centrifugal mixing --- three-roll milling --- traditional dispersal --- cement soil --- nano MgO --- carbonization process --- compressive strength --- energy dissipation --- asphalt concrete --- radiation cooling --- emissivity --- thermal conductivity --- recycled carbon fiber --- fiber-reinforced concrete --- microwave-assisted pyrolysis --- shock wave --- inorganic --- geopolymer --- heat storage --- light reflectivity --- heat flux --- sustainable cities and communities --- carbon fiber-reinforced polymer --- silane coupling agents --- basic oxygen furnace slag --- autoclave test --- geopolymer technology --- expansion behavior --- recycling --- Ag/MWCNT --- EMSE --- laminated woven fabric --- PTFE film --- screen printing --- utilization --- SiC sludge --- alkaline activator solutions --- synergistic effect --- geopolymer reaction --- flame retardant --- organic-inorganic hybrid --- polyurethane --- sol-gel method --- graphene nanoplatelets --- graphene nanoplatelets/epoxy nanocomposite --- mechanical properties --- planetary centrifugal mixing --- three-roll milling --- traditional dispersal --- cement soil --- nano MgO --- carbonization process --- compressive strength --- energy dissipation --- asphalt concrete --- radiation cooling --- emissivity --- thermal conductivity --- recycled carbon fiber --- fiber-reinforced concrete --- microwave-assisted pyrolysis --- shock wave --- inorganic --- geopolymer --- heat storage --- light reflectivity --- heat flux --- sustainable cities and communities --- carbon fiber-reinforced polymer --- silane coupling agents

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This Special Issue gathers research from different branches of science and engineering disciplines working on experiments and modelling of nanocomposites into one volume. The Guest Editor welcomes papers dedicated to experimental, computational, and theoretical aspects dealing with many important state-of-the-art technologies and methodologies regarding the synthesis, fabrication, characterization, properties, design, and applications, and both finite element analysis and molecular dynamic simulations, of nanocomposite materials and structures. Full papers covering novel topics, extending the frontiers of the science and technology of nanoreinforced composites are encouraged. Reviews covering topics of major interest will be also considered.

ab initio --- critical yield strength --- carbon nanotube --- impact buckling --- elasticity --- molecular dynamics simulation --- magnetism --- coarse-grained model --- 3D fiber-metal laminates --- mechanical property --- interface --- nanocomposites --- interface force fields --- YN --- graphene/Fe composite --- cohesive element --- stability --- ScN --- delamination propagation --- interfaces --- graphene nanoplatelets --- nanoindentation --- pressure --- molecular dynamics --- piezoelectric property --- temperature effect --- Fe-Al --- hardness --- equivalent fiber --- disorder --- Fe3Al --- elastic modulus --- delamination buckling --- CNT agglomeration --- CNTs/epoxy nanocomposites --- boron nitride honeycomb

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This book is dedicated to the use of nanomaterials for the modification of asphalt binders, and to investigate whether or not the use of nanomaterials for asphalt mixtures fabrication achieves more effective asphalt pavement layers. A total of 10 contributions are included. Four are related to “Binder’s modification” and five to “Asphalt mixtures’ modification”. The remaining contribution is a review of the effects of the modifications on nanomaterials, particularly nanosilica, nanoclays and nanoiron, on the performance of asphalt mixtures. The published group of papers fosters awareness about the use of nanomaterials to modify asphalt mixtures to obtain more performant and durable flexible road pavements.

Graphene nano-platelets (GNPs) --- asphalt --- Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) --- structural performance --- functional performance --- nanomaterials --- life cycle assessment --- nano-modified asphalt materials --- environmental impact --- spring-thaw season --- freeze-thaw cycle --- Nanomaterial modifier --- nano hydrophobic silane silica --- property improvement --- seasonally frozen region --- aggregate-bitumen interface --- bond strength --- nano titanium dioxide --- epoxy emulsified asphalt --- photocatalysis --- exhaust gas degradation --- modified asphalt mixtures --- polymers --- rheological behavior --- fatigue cracking --- permanent deformation --- modified bitumen --- nanosilica --- nanoclay --- nanoiron --- asphalt mixtures --- mechanical performance --- aging sensitivity --- ageing --- plastic film --- urban waste --- moisture --- indirect tensile strength --- graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) --- EAF steel slag --- microwave heating --- self-healing --- Asphalt modification --- modifier chemistry --- long-term aging --- asphalt rheology --- phase angle --- delta Tc --- n/a

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Graphene-polymer nanocomposites continue to gain interest in diverse scientific and technological fields. Graphene-based nanomaterials present the advantages of other carbon nanofillers, like electrical and thermal conductivity, while having significantly lower production costs when compared to materials such as carbon nanotubes, for instance. In addition, in the oxidized forms of graphene, the large specific area combined with a large quantity of functionalizable chemical groups available for physical or chemical interaction with polymers, allow for good dispersion and tunable binding with the surrounding matrix. Other features are noteworthy in graphene-based nanomaterials, like their generally good biocompatibility and the ability to absorb near-infrared radiation, allowing for the use in biomedical applications, such as drug delivery and photothermal therapy.This Special Issue provides an encompassing view on the state of the art of graphene-polymer composites, showing how current research is dealing with new and exciting challenges. The published papers cover topics ranging from novel production methods and insights on mechanisms of mechanical reinforcement of composites, to applications as diverse as automotive and aeronautics, cancer treatment, anticorrosive coatings, thermally conductive fabrics and foams, and oil-adsorbent aerogels.

Technology: general issues --- graphene oxide --- polymer composite fiber --- interfacial bonding --- polypropylene --- thermal stability --- graphene --- unsaturated polyester resins --- tung oil --- biobased polymer nanocomposites --- in situ melt polycondensation --- graphene polymer matrix composite --- polyamide 66 --- elongational flow --- hydrogen bond --- poly(trimethylene terephthalate) --- electrospinning --- composite fiber --- morphology --- crystallization --- electrical conductivity --- mechanical property --- elastic recovery --- cellulose nanofibers --- polyvinyl alcohol --- directional freeze-drying --- oil absorption --- graphene oxide-platinum nanoparticles nanocomposites --- prostate cancer --- cytotoxicity --- oxidative stress --- mitochondrial membrane potential --- DNA damage --- conducting polymer --- PANI --- LEIS --- corrosion --- fabric --- cellulose nanocrystal --- thermal conductivity --- adhesives --- cohesive zone model --- finite element method --- graphene-polymer nanocomposite --- graphene/polymer interface --- molecular dynamics --- regressive softening law --- polysulfone foams --- tortuosity --- water vapor induced phase separation --- scCO2 --- toughening mechanisms --- graphene nanoplatelets --- recycled rubber --- Halpin-Tsai --- SEM --- light emitting diode --- phototherapy --- polyethylene glycol --- thermal reduction --- graphene oxide --- polymer composite fiber --- interfacial bonding --- polypropylene --- thermal stability --- graphene --- unsaturated polyester resins --- tung oil --- biobased polymer nanocomposites --- in situ melt polycondensation --- graphene polymer matrix composite --- polyamide 66 --- elongational flow --- hydrogen bond --- poly(trimethylene terephthalate) --- electrospinning --- composite fiber --- morphology --- crystallization --- electrical conductivity --- mechanical property --- elastic recovery --- cellulose nanofibers --- polyvinyl alcohol --- directional freeze-drying --- oil absorption --- graphene oxide-platinum nanoparticles nanocomposites --- prostate cancer --- cytotoxicity --- oxidative stress --- mitochondrial membrane potential --- DNA damage --- conducting polymer --- PANI --- LEIS --- corrosion --- fabric --- cellulose nanocrystal --- thermal conductivity --- adhesives --- cohesive zone model --- finite element method --- graphene-polymer nanocomposite --- graphene/polymer interface --- molecular dynamics --- regressive softening law --- polysulfone foams --- tortuosity --- water vapor induced phase separation --- scCO2 --- toughening mechanisms --- graphene nanoplatelets --- recycled rubber --- Halpin-Tsai --- SEM --- light emitting diode --- phototherapy --- polyethylene glycol --- thermal reduction

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Construction is one of the main sectors that generates greenhouse gases. This industry consumes large amounts of raw materials, such as stone, timber, water, etc. Additionally, infrastructure should provide service over many years without safety problems. Therefore, their correct design, construction, maintenance, and dismantling are essential to reducing economic, environmental, and societal consequences. That is why promoting sustainable construction has recently become extremely important. To help address and resolve these types of questions, this book explores new ways of reducing the environmental impacts caused by the construction sector, as well promotes social progress and economic growth. The chapters collect the papers included in the “Sustainable Construction” Special Issue of the Sustainability journal. The papers cover a wide spectrum of issues related to the use of sustainable materials in construction, the optimization of designs based con sustainable indicators, the life-cycle assessment, the decision-making processes that integrate economic, social, and environmental aspects, and the promotion of durable materials that reduce future maintenance.

Technology: general issues --- rheological properties --- self-sensing --- piezo-resistivity --- graphene nanoplatelets --- structural health monitoring --- urban regeneration --- sustainable construction --- environmental effects --- surface urban heat island --- albedo --- sustainable concrete --- fly ash --- ultra fine fly ash --- sulphuric acid --- nitric acid --- exterior wall painting --- automation robot --- life cycle cost --- performance evaluation --- sustainable business strategies --- competitive advantage --- corporate sustainability --- bio-inspiration --- sustainability assessment --- function --- resource --- burden --- Design for sustainability --- life cycle thinking --- bio-flexi --- apartment housing --- construction process --- CO2 emissions --- high-speed railway (HSR) --- sustainable development --- unascertained measure --- analytic hierarchy process (AHP) --- Harbin-Dalian Passenger Dedicated Line (PDL) --- rebar corrosion --- cracked RC material --- aggressive environment --- durability --- electrochemical test methods --- SDGs --- construction --- supply networks --- sustainability --- FSC --- modern slavery --- bridges --- life-cycle assessment --- optimization --- ReCiPe --- Life Cycle Assessment --- Social Life Cycle Analysis --- reinforced concrete --- chloride corrosion --- preventive measures