Advanced construction materials: composites, smart materials and advanced castings are increasingly making the transition to construction, with promising results

Article Abstract:

Polymer composites, high-strength concrete, advanced casting technology and smart materials have all made promising developments in construction use of the past few years. Polymer composites could be used for main structural elements, as alternatives to steel reinforcement, for pre-stressing cables and for strengthening existing structures. High strength concrete can make concrete construction an alternative to steel frame construction of high rise buidlings. Advanced casting technology allows better choice of shape, weldability an dductility, and smart materials include informative materials which can detect change, and protective materials.

Innovations, Building materials

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How to protect your reputation: When clients complain, architects go on the defensive

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Architects are particularly vulnerable to reputation damage and there are significant risks of complaints from clients as architects are often involved in works that affect people's lives in a serious way.

Ethical aspects

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Measuring up to human rights: The impact of the Human Rights Act on architects is just the latest manifestation of an increasingly litigious culture

Article Abstract:

The impact of the Human Rights Act on architects is considered.

Social aspects, Research, Human rights

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