Green and Natural Based Retrofitting Materials

Existing reinforced concrete (RC) structures that are located in a harsh environment are subjected to degradation in their structural capacity due to corrosion, carbonation, etc. These kinds of structures require strengthening and retrofitting. Novel and sustainable materials are used in several structural elements to develop resilient structures and rehabilitate existing structures. The development and advancement of green and natural-based retrofitting materials promote the utilization of sustainable use of resources and reduce the production of CO2 emissions. Furthermore, the development of novel retrofitting materials and techniques is essential for repairing and rehabilitating existing RC structures.

This Research Topic aims to present the current state of knowledge and research progress in the field of green and natural-based retrofitting materials for the sustainable development of the construction industry. The construction industry is one of the largest sectors that consume non-renewable raw materials and crucially produces environmental pollution. Therefore, wastes, green and natural-based retrofitting materials can be used as an alternative to non-renewable raw materials to reduce environmental pollution. This Special Issue encourages researchers to publish research articles investigating new sustainable techniques and materials for retrofitting existing RC structures.

This Special Issue aims to encourage researchers to publish their experimental, numerical and analytical findings on novel sustainable materials and techniques to rehabilitate existing structures and create resilient systems. Topics for the Special Issue include (but are not limited to) the following:
• Experimental, numerical, and analytical articles on novel sustainable materials for structural retrofitting
• Green retrofitting materials
• Eco-friendly building materials
• Sustainable materials
• Novel retrofitting techniques
• Novel retrofitting materials
• Non-conventional building materials
• Recycled materials
• Waste materials.

Keywords: Sustainable Materials, Waste Materials, Green retrofitting materials, Eco-friendly building materials, Novel retrofitting techniques, Novel retrofitting materials, Non-conventional building materials, Recycled Materials

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