Selection and Application of Materials for Node Landscapes of Highway Exampled by Northeast Area of China

2011 ◽  
Vol 365 ◽  
pp. 50-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bo Wang ◽  
Xiang Bin Meng
Keyword(s):  
Material Science ◽  
Construction Materials ◽  
Landscape Design ◽  
Service Area ◽  
Cutting Edge

Currently the landscape design of highway in China is a focus; besides the landscapes along highway, the selection on construction materials for node landscapes of highway entrance, exit, viewing platform, service area and etc. is quite important, which is also a key point if the landscape engineering succeeds. By taking the actual projects in northeast area of China, the paper, under the particular climate characteristics of the area, adopts multiple research approaches and integrates cutting-edge material science to discuss the approach and principle of selection and application of materials for node landscapes of highway, which is rather instructive to the selection on materials for landscapes in other similar areas with the same latitude or climate characteristics.

scholarly journals Review on the Use of Artificial Intelligence to Predict Fire Performance of Construction Materials and Their Flame Retardancy

Molecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 1022
Author(s):  
Hoang T. Nguyen ◽  
Kate T. Q. Nguyen ◽  
Tu C. Le ◽  
Guomin Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Flame Retardancy ◽  
Material Science ◽  
Construction Materials ◽  
Engineering Problem ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Fire Performance ◽  
Structural Components ◽  
Comprehensive Overview ◽  
Fire Engineering

The evaluation and interpretation of the behavior of construction materials under fire conditions have been complicated. Over the last few years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a reliable method to tackle this engineering problem. This review summarizes existing studies that applied AI to predict the fire performance of different construction materials (e.g., concrete, steel, timber, and composites). The prediction of the flame retardancy of some structural components such as beams, columns, slabs, and connections by utilizing AI-based models is also discussed. The end of this review offers insights on the advantages, existing challenges, and recommendations for the development of AI techniques used to evaluate the fire performance of construction materials and their flame retardancy. This review offers a comprehensive overview to researchers in the fields of fire engineering and material science, and it encourages them to explore and consider the use of AI in future research projects.

scholarly journals The Single Molecule Magnets Mn12 and Fe8

2013 ◽  
pp. 106-118
Keyword(s):  
Single Molecule ◽  
Molecular Modelling ◽  
Material Science ◽  
Molecular Geometry ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Single Molecule Magnets ◽  
Single Molecule Magnet ◽  
Ligand Interactions ◽  
Metal Ligand

In this exercise students will review a number of fundamental concepts including molecular geometry, electron configurations, magnetism, metal-ligand interactions, and material science. Students will use molecular modelling software to build, visualize and study a cutting edge material (single molecule magnet).

scholarly journals Carbon Nanostructures for Actuators: An Overview of Recent Developments

Actuators ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 46 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mauro Giorcelli ◽  
Mattia Bartoli
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Material Science ◽  
Carbon Nanostructures ◽  
Carbon Materials ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Main Role ◽  
Nanostructured Carbon ◽  
Intrinsic Properties ◽  
Recent Developments ◽  
Carbon Based

In recent decades, micro and nanoscale technologies have become cutting-edge frontiers in material science and device developments. This worldwide trend has induced further improvements in actuator production with enhanced performance. A main role has been played by nanostructured carbon-based materials, i.e., carbon nanotubes and graphene, due to their intrinsic properties and easy functionalization. Moreover, the nanoscale decoration of these materials has led to the design of doped and decorated carbon-based devices effectively used as actuators incorporating metals and metal-based structures. This review provides an overview and discussion of the overall process for producing AC actuators using nanostructured, doped, and decorated carbon materials. It highlights the differences and common aspects that make carbon materials one of the most promising resources in the field of actuators.

scholarly journals On the key points of the construction of characteristic service area

2020 ◽  
Vol 145 ◽  
pp. 02023
Author(s):  
Rongrong Qiang ◽  
Zhiqiang Liu ◽  
Xiaodong Shang ◽  
Tianwen Liang
Keyword(s):  
Traffic Safety ◽  
Architectural Design ◽  
Facility Layout ◽  
Landscape Design ◽  
Service Area ◽  
Regional Culture ◽  
Functional Requirements ◽  
Highway Traffic ◽  
Local Conditions ◽  
Key Points

Service area is an important part of expressway. The construction of characteristic thematic service area is of great significance for improving highway service facilities and ensuring highway traffic safety. Through the study of location, facility layout, landscape design and architectural design of the characteristic service area, this paper analyzes the key points of the construction of the characteristic service area, which is helpful for the design and construction of the open and multi-functional service area. On the basis of meeting the functional requirements of the service area, it is necessary to adapt measures to local conditions, create the service area landscape with distinct personality and outstanding characteristics, and show the regional culture.

scholarly journals Landscape design of “Tanjung Budaya Pemuteran” coast area based on landscape engineering

2021 ◽  
Vol 879 (1) ◽  
pp. 012018
Author(s):  
I Abdullah ◽  
P Nuryanti
Keyword(s):  
Basic Concept ◽  
Landscape Design ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Service Area ◽  
Community Culture ◽  
Alternative Tourism ◽  
Recreation Area ◽  
Section Design ◽  
Site Function ◽  
Design Plan

Abstract “Tanjung Budaya Pemuteran” is a place of coastal tourism and alternative tourism based on community culture in Pemuteran Village, Bali. The landscape characteristic and inherent local wisdom make this bay is a unique place. Gebug ende is the native rain harvesting ritual of Pemuteran society, which can be suggestive evidence. Currently, Tanjung Budaya Pemuteran landscapes not suitable to support the site function. This research aims to identify the existing landscape to make Tanjung Budaya Pemuteran use optimally without disregarding inherent local wisdom. Landscape analysis spatial with the quantitative and qualitative approach used to know the potential and constraint. The landscape engineering approach is used to measure the volume of rainwater to optimize the result of Gebug ende rain harvesting. The basic concept of this landscape design is named “Identities of Pemuteran”. Design concept generated through the transformation of Gebug ende. The block plan becomes a schematic design product that consists of a welcome area, a culture tourism area, a recreation area, and a service area. Each area is connected by primer and secondary circulation. Plants on-site are regulated based on vegetation groups of Barrington, Pes caprae, Mangroves, and existing. Visuals on the site are also arranged according to the design plan. The landscape engineering method produced the construction of a rainwater harvester with a volume of 10 m3. Site plan interpretations are explained in more detail through the site section, design details, and some illustrations.

scholarly journals Learning by Building: How a Landscape Construction Studio Enriches Horticultural Education

HortScience ◽  
2005 ◽  
Vol 40 (4) ◽  
pp. 1133F-1134
Author(s):  
Anne Spafford
Keyword(s):  
Service Learning ◽  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Best Management Practices ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Construction Materials ◽  
Landscape Design ◽  
University Education ◽  
North Carolina State University ◽  
Final Project ◽  
Service Learning Projects

The Department of Horticultural Sciences at North Carolina State University began offering landscape horticulture students a construction studio in 2002. This unique studio engages students in experiential learning (hands-on) and service learning (client-based) projects while simultaneously applying knowledge they have gained during their university education. Three years later, the Landscape Construction Studio is a model course that pushes students to design creatively, while providing a practical foundation in how ideas transition from paper to reality. Projects embody several learning objectives, including fostering exploration and discovery while raising students' awareness of strengths and limitations of traditional and nontraditional construction materials. In addition, the studio enables the elimination of students' tendency to compartmentalize course work, and encourages students to broaden their understanding and appreciation of the world around them. A typical semester incorporates several smaller projects that introduce students to a variety of materials and lessons in construction methodologies. Projects increase in size and complexity over the course of the semester, leading to a comprehensive landscape design and installation project in which students experience the entire design process. Through this final project, students see how information gained from other horticultural and general classes are applied in landscape design. This presentation will discuss the importance of incorporating experiential learning components to horticultural courses, and the pros and cons of service learning projects. Presentation of best management practices will stimulate discussion among the audience.

García Pardo, Luis (1910–2006)

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martín Cobas
Keyword(s):  
Social Housing ◽  
Fine Arts ◽  
Landscape Design ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
International Style ◽  
Modern Movement

The Uruguayan architect Luis García Pardo studied architecture in the School of Architecture of the Universidad de la República, where he graduated in 1941. He belonged to a generation of Uruguayan architects that studied in a school permeated by the modern movement, mainly through travels (to Europe, in the context of the Grand Prix), European publications, and professors such as Julio Vilamajó (1894–1948). Together with colleagues Raúl Sichero and Ildefonso Aroztegui he adopted a revised version of the International Style, in works where geometric and formal purity is associated with cutting-edge technical and structural execution and, in the case of García Pardo in particular, the integration of the fine arts and other design areas to the architectural project – notably in the landscape design with Roberto Burle Marx. His defense of a universal modernity was no impediment for a heterogeneous body of work that included experimentations with newly developed construction systems for social housing and, in his last period, a series of urban proposals characterized by a remarkable formal and organizational freedom.

Mixed Photocatalyst for Sustainable Concrete Construction

2012 ◽  
Vol 626 ◽  
pp. 39-43 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ranjit K. Nath ◽  
M.F.M. Zain ◽  
Abdul Amir Hassan Kadhum ◽  
Rabiul Alam
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Photocatalytic Activity ◽  
Material Science ◽  
Construction Materials ◽  
Sustainable Concrete ◽  
Rc Structure ◽  
Corrosion Problem ◽  
Photocatalytic Material ◽  
Acidic Compound

An innovative approach to the material science has demonstrated that photocatalytic activity may be conferred to cement-based construction materials, such as concrete, mortars, paints, etc. Photocatalyst is needed for a cleaner environment and a better quality of life that leads to thoughts of a more eco-compatable use of light. Addition of photocatalytic materials to the RC structure during its construction phase could reduce the corrosion problem of RC materials. This material hinders calcium oxide to form acidic compound. In this study, cement-based mixed photocatalytic material has been presented, which would adjustable with RC material for enhancing oxidization process and reducing corrosion problem.

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