Experimental Study on Durability of IGU Sealant Constructions
Challenging Glass Conference Proceedings, 2016 The saving of energy has been an important topic for the last years. However, not only for building constructions but also in the field of naval architecture the energy revolution affected the used materials.
B. Weller, M. Köhler, M. Engelmann
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Influence of Regrinding Depth on Edge Strength of Tempered Glass
Challenging Glass Conference Proceedings, 2016 Designers use exposed glass edges for decoration, for example within glass steps, glass beams or glass columns. This application requires a mechanical finishing to achieve a high optical quality by compensating a misalignment of the glasses, for example ...
Bernhard Weller +2 more
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Work Stress among Professionals in the Building Construction Industry in Nigeria [PDF]
, 2011 This study was undertaken to identify key stress factors among professionals in the building construction industry in Nigeria. This is in view of the fact that to date, very little is known about work stress among professionals in the building ...
Anosike, N. M, +3 more
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Glass-Steel Beams as Structural Members of Façades
Challenging Glass Conference Proceedings, 2010 Glass used in structural applications enables a higher level of transparency in façades. However, attention should be paid to the material specific properties, such as brittleness and its incapability of plastic deformation.
B. Weller, A. Meier, T. Weimar
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Building Failure and Collapse in Nigeria: the Influence of the Informal Sector [PDF]
, 2010 The occurrence of building failure and collapse has become a major issue of concern in the development of this nation as the magnitudes of this incident are becoming very alarming.
Fagbenle, Olabosipo I. +1 more
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Assessing construction innovation: theoretical and practical perspectives [PDF]
, 2016 Innovation is key for productivity improvement and advancements in different sectors of the economy, including the construction sector. The criticism of the slow pace of innovation in construction industry may be unwarranted, considering the structure ...
Davis, Peter +3 more
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Selected Scientific Papers: Journal of Civil Engineering, 2015 This paper is about the shear capacity of partition walls in old buildings based on shear tests which were carried out under real conditions in an existing building.
Korjenic Sinan +3 more
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Permanent Hydrothermal Exposure on Load-bearing Adhesives in Glass Constructions
Challenging Glass Conference Proceedings, 2018 The German research team FABIG develops a bioenergy building skin including modules of glass which contain a liquid medium processing biomass. Inside the facade modules, load-bearing adhesives were applied that are subject to permanent water exposure ...
Elisabeth Aßmus +2 more
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Architectural building safety and health performance model for stratified low-cost housing: education and management tool for building managers [PDF]
, 2015 The safety and health performances aspects of a building are the most challenging aspect of facility management. It requires a deep understanding by the building managers on the factors that contribute to health and safety performances.
Akasah, Zainal Abidin +2 more
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Abstract of: A numerical and experimental approach to cold-bent timber-glass composite elements
Challenging Glass Conference Proceedings, 2018 The current rise of wooden constructions, which is encouraged by a strong trend towards sustainability of our buildings, also engenders innovation in facade design and materials.
Felix Nicklisch +2 more
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