We are pleased to announce the publication of the first scientific paper authored by PhD student Marta Saccone at the University of Cagliari, in collaboration with Flavio Stochino and Monica Valdès. The article, published in Springer Discover Materials and available in Open Access, is entitled: “Experimental investigation of flexural performance in flax fiber-reinforced laminates”
A new study published in Buildings explores how natural fibers can revolutionize the sustainable retrofitting of masonry structures.
After an extensive research effort, our study “Thermomechanical Analysis of X-Braces in Steel Structures Under Fire Conditions” has been published in Structural Engineering International (IABSE – International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering, Taylor & Francis Group).
How can we accurately assess the safety of reinforced concrete structures after a fire?
Industrial dust collectors are vital for workplace safety—but are they as safe as we think? Our latest open-access study critically reviews explosion venting standards like NFPA 68 and EN 14491, comparing them against real-world data.
We are thrilled to share groundbreaking research that redefines structural identification, especially for existing and historical structures. Our new paper, "Structural Identification from Operational Modal Analysis: The Case of Steel Structures," published in Buildings, is now available as an Open Access article.
Here is a short blog post, in both Italian and English, to encourage citations to the paper "Enhancing Concrete Sustainability: A Critical Review of the Performance of Recycled Concrete Aggregates (RCAs) in Structural Concrete" by Alibeigibeni, Stochino, Zucca, and Gayarre. English Version Advancing Sustainable Construction: A Must-Read Review on Recycled Concrete Aggregates! Are you working in civil engineering, sustainable materials, or construction? Then you absolutely need to read "Enhancing Concrete Sustainability: A Critical Review of the Performance of Recycled Concrete Aggregates (RCAs) in Structural Concrete". Published in Buildings 2025, this comprehensive review by Alibeigibeni, Stochino, Zucca, and Gayarre is a game-changer for understanding Recycled Concrete Aggregates (RCAs) and their role in sustainable construction.
The world of construction is constantly evolving, seeking greener, more efficient methods. A significant step forward lies in rethinking our fundamental building blocks, particularly concrete. Our recent research explores the exciting potential of alkali-activated concrete (AAC) as a sustainable and high-performing alternative to traditional Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC).
Fire safety is a critical and complex discipline at the intersection of engineering, policy, communication, and risk management. The newly released open-access volume Fire Safety Engineering: Measures, Policies, and Applications, published by IntechOpen, offers a comprehensive exploration of this multidisciplinary field through five original research contributions.
In the quest for greener construction materials, our latest study investigates two abundant volcanic by-products—perlite and rhyolite—as partial cement replacements in C25/30 concrete. By micronizing these materials to 20 µm and 63 µm and substituting 15 % and 30 % of the cement, we assessed both mechanical performance and environmental impact.
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