This chapter will study the proliferation of architectural follies that use recycled or recyclable materials in a move to promote better practices in waste and recycling. Given the slow uptake of this impetus in the architectural world proper, the text will investigate the obstacles in engaging in materially sustainable practices in the construction industry as well as case studies for rethinking currently problematic materials. However, while some improvements have been made in the construction industry's use of recycled materials, the industry often dismisses the afterlife of materials used throughout the process. What are the motivations of the industry and how can we incentivize circular thinking in an industry that produces hundreds of millions of tons of waste per year in the US?
As a kind of general-purpose plastic, PP possesses a good mechanical property and excellent resistance to chemical attack. So, now, it is widely used. In this article, a kind of decorating materials used in automobile and rubber powders were used to undertake a modification of PP. Besides, mechanical property was tested and SEM,TMA,TG technology were used to investigate some of the property of composites. We drew a conclusion that the composite with a ternary system consists of PP,POE and rubber powder got the best integrated performance.
Unpaved roads in Canada are subjected to high wheel loads and environmental factors that significantly affect their performance. As part of a larger research project, the objective of this laboratory study was to compare the relative performance of various stabilization and dust lifting resistance agents to an untreated granular material commonly used as a base and wear course on unpaved roads. The performance is compared using California bearing ratio (CBR), resilient modulus, and unconfined compression strength tests. In addition, the surface sealing potential was measured on each specimen. The effects of compaction water content, product concentration, and the environment were investigated in this study. The results show that these variables have a significant impact on the performance measured, and it was possible to identify peak performance concentrations and performing products for the conditions tested.
Reducing non-revenue water (NRW) within a water distribution network may lead to significant water savings. Most existing literature tend to focus on the design and implementation aspects of NRW loss through better management of leaks, reservoir overflow, and water theft. In contrast, this paper examines the association between the various water pipe types and their respective impact on NRW loss in an emerging country. Malaysia is currently listed under emerging and developing economies category in the International Monetary Fund World Economic Outlook Database (October 2020). A correlation analysis is carried out using historical data obtained from the Malaysian water authority, covering fiscal years 2013 to 2017 (inclusive of both years). Further analysis is carried out by measuring the number of cases reported for two selected states in relation to the type of pipe materials used. Results show that there is a significant correlation between mild steel and polyethylene pipes to NRW loss. This study provides a better understanding of how water pipe types affect NRW loss, which is pertinent to developing best practices in the marketplace to manage NRW loss and protect water resources.
Purpose
This study investigates the carbon footprint of the alternative structure types and materials used for the reconstruction of schools in Haiti. Are recycled construction materials more environmental than virgin materials? To estimate which alternative construction solution has the smallest carbon footprint, a survey was made for the school model used for the reconstruction programme in Haiti after the 2010 earthquake.
Design/methodology/approach
The carbon footprint was calculated using life cycle assessment methodology for five different concrete structure alternatives and five different cement mixes for the same design of a school building. In addition, the uptake of CO2 through the carbonation of concrete during 50 years was calculated.
Findings
The carbon footprint of recycled materials can be either the best or worst option, depending on how the materials are used. The difference to using virgin materials is not big. This is mainly due to the lower structural performance of recycled materials, which needs to be compensated for by using additional reinforcements. Using cement mixes that have high amounts of substitutes for cement seems to lower the carbon footprint of structures considerably. The uptake of CO2 in carbonation has potential but requires an optimal design and environment.
Originality/value
The findings give information for humanitarian project managers and designers on lowering the carbon footprint of their construction projects.
AbstractThe aim of the article is to define the conditions for the use of recycled resilient materials in the reduction of noise and vibration as an integral part of the mounting and installation of mechanical systems in the work and natural environment. Based on the frequency spectrum, the vibro-isolation efficiency of the vibro-isolators and the viscoelastic materials used is analysed. The solution of this problem is based on the theoretical knowledge and methodology of the transmission of vibration-sound waves. The measurements of the vibration at the sources and along the path of transmission were performed for different recycled materials to compare experimental results with theory.
This chapter will study the proliferation of architectural follies that use recycled or recyclable materials in a move to promote better practices in waste and recycling. Given the slow uptake of this impetus in the architectural world proper, the text will investigate the obstacles in engaging in materially sustainable practices in the construction industry as well as case studies for rethinking currently problematic materials. However, while some improvements have been made in the construction industry's use of recycled materials, the industry often dismisses the afterlife of materials used throughout the process. What are the motivations of the industry and how can we incentivize circular thinking in an industry that produces hundreds of millions of tons of waste per year in the US?
The potential of recycled materials used in agriculture to contaminate food through uptake by livestock