Cement production is one of the world's biggest sources of CO₂ emissions, thus the development of green options like the Alkali-Activated Concrete (AAC). Recently, MIBA is considered as more environmentally friendly ...

Bridges are subjected to a variety of loads throughout their service life, including service loads, seismic events, and environmental forces, which may compromise their structural integrity. As these structures are ...

In recent years we have seen an exponential increase in the construction of highrise buildings due to the advent of new materials, modern construction technologies which have paved way for the construction of new type of ...

Reinforced concrete squat wall is the prime lateral resisting structure in middle to low rise buildings which experience shear forces. In majority cases, due to occupant needs, ventilation and architectural requirements, ...

This thesis focuses on the mix design optimization in 3D printable concrete and the development of an automated continuous supply mechanism for the enhancement of current state-of-the-art technology in 3D concrete printing. ...

Increasing environmental concerns, economic crises and depletion of natural aggregates have evoked the use of materials that are cost effective, durable and possess enough strength. Lightweight Concrete (LWC) has the ...

This study undertakes a comprehensive exploration of seismic risk assessment in Pakistan, focusing around the application of “MCE(R) Risk Targeted Maximum Considered Earthquake”, using the methodology devised by (USGS) ...

Embarking on an innovative frontier, this study explores bio-inspired self-healing concrete. Imagine Coconut Shell Biochar (CSBC) as a catalyst, hosting Bacillus Pumilus (BP) spores, enhancing calcite (CaCO3) precipitation ...

Pakistan's construction sector is undergoing continuous improvement, reflected in the recent update of its building code. This research explores the transition from the previous Building Code of Pakistan (BCP-07) and ...

The architectural heritage of the subcontinent is richly adorned with Reinforced Brick Concrete (RBC) structures, a testament to a construction tradition that prevailed until the late 1990s before the advent of Reinforced ...