Rammed Earth Construction and the Use of Additives. Technologies, Classification, and Applications. Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering

Rammed Earth Construction and the Use of Additives: Technologies, Classification, and Applications reports on earth buildings as viable solution to meet requirements for modern-day, green construction. Opening with a combination of foundational aspects and a discussion on state-of-the-art technologies that enhance the rammed earth technique, the book then investigates the admixtures that can be used to improve raw materials’ durability, strength, and thermal performance. Coverage thoroughly delves into different types of additives, clarifying the origin of those naturally sourced, the manufacturing processes of those manmade, and their specific effects, with a focus on methods for stabilization, reinforcement, and preservation of structures.

Real-world case studies are also included, bringing practical value-add to an already scientifically robust research resource. This will be an essential guide for a variety of audiences in academic and industry contexts who are committed to finding new ways of thinking and working to fulfill pressing sustainability goals worldwide.

Part 1: Rammed earth construction
1. Introduction to rammed earth construction
2. Mechanical, chemical, and hydrothermal properties of rammed earth walls
3. Advantages and drawbacks of rammed earth construction
4. Rammed earth construction technologies

Part 2: Classification of additives for rammed earth construction
5. Natural additives
6. Chemical compounds
7. Mineral wastes

Part 3: Investigation of the effects of additives for rammed earth construction
8. Soil stabilization through admixture
9. Soil reinforcement through different fibers
10. Rammed earth wall preservation through coating and admixture

Part 4: Transitioning from research to real-scale projects
11. Case studies and analysis

Authors

Hamed Niroumand Associate Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Buein Zahra Technical University, Bueenzahra, Qazvin Province, Iran. Dr. Hamed Niroumand is an Associate Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, Buein Zahra Technical University. His main fields of research are geotechnical engineering, earth anchors, deep foundation, sustainable development, green buildings, sustainable architecture, nanotechnology in geotechnical engineering, and soil mechanics. Alongside his academic duties, he is a project manager and a professional engineer. He received the Best Researcher Award by the Ministry of Road and Urban Development (MRUD) in 2016. He has been the chairman of international/national civil engineering conferences, as well as chairing numerous sessions himself. He is a prolific author and is part of editorial boards or acts as a reviewer for many scientific journals. He currently holds 15 patents and has also received many awards for his research. Katayoun Taghizadeh Associate Professor, School of Architecture, College of Fine Arts, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.

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