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Study on the Mechanical Response Behavior of X80 Pipeline Steel Welding Structure under Tensile Stress
Authors: Wu Gang , Tang Jianfeng , Luo Jinheng , Li Lifeng 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
The weld joint is composed of the weld area and the heat-affected area. The heterogeneity of the organizational structure will lead to local strain mismatch and affect its mechanical properties. This paper studies the strain distribution characteristics of the weld area and the heat-affected area under tensile stress, and reveals the respective strain response mechanism of the two regions. It is found that the weld area has lower yield strength and hardness, greater uniform elongation and strain hardening index. The plastic strain of the weld joint under tensile stress is highly heterogeneous, and the strain response mechanism is mainly based on the processing hardening effect. The strain response of the heat-affected area is weak and is affected by grain-oriented hardening. The research results provide a theoretical basis and experimental basis for the design of pipeline steel welding process and the safety evaluation under plastic deformation conditions.
Experimental Study on Surface Residual Stress and Surface Roughness of Inconel718 Cutting
Authors: Liu Qimeng , Liu Jie , Jin Xinghe , Wang Xiaoying 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
This thesis focused on the experimental study of surface residual stress and surface roughness of Inconel718 for cutting processing. Based on cutting theory, the cutting parameters’ effects on surface residual stress and roughness were analyzed through single-factor cutting experiments. The experimental results showed that: in the experimental parameters under constant conditions, Inconel718 processing surface residual stress with a rise in cutting speed in gradual decrease, with a rise in feeding speed and cutting depth in gradual increase; processing surface roughness Ra and Rz value with a rise in cutting speed in gradual decrease, with a rise in feeding speed and cutting depth in gradual increase. Consequently, the experimental results for Inconel718 cutting and processing technology provide a process basis.
Research on the Effect of Deflection Secondary Air on Slagging in Coal Fired Boilers
Authors: Zhang Suli 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
In response to the slagging phenomenon in coal-fired boilers, the combustion characteristics of pulverized coal and the effect of deflected secondary air on slagging in a 350MW Corner-tangentially-fired boiler are numerically investigated by the commercial software. The research results indicate that when the deflection secondary air (CFS air) volume increases, the tangential diameter will significantly increase, and the degree of influence is higher than the angle, which has a significant impact on wall temperature and smoke wall brushing. Only adjusting the CFS wind angle or wind volume has a relatively small impact on particle wall brushing; When CFS wind is superimposed with large Angle and high air volume, the temperature and the degree of smoke brushing near the water wall will be significantly increased, and the risk of slag formation on the water wall will be magnified.
Promoting the Renewable Energy Zones by implementing the photovoltaic panels in an industrial building
Authors: Guri Merita , Rusi Ilda , Lazaj Dashnor 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
Environmental protection depends on energy production and use, which are responsible for ∼94% of carbon emissions. The lack of sufficient energy resources has led EU countries to alternatives for Green Energy production. Albania’s national response to climate change has been limited to some small changes mainly in the sector of the integrated water and environmental management legislation. However, in terms of changing the energy law, no effort has been made to prioritize green energy production. Doing so it is expected to contribute to the overall goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions through the integration of clean energy solutions. The paper is referred to a specific case study focused on renewable energy using photovoltaic panels in an industrial building in Saranda, as the city with the most hours of sunshine per year in Albania. To support renewable energy initiatives, it is being emphasized with the help of statistical methods that Saranda has strong potential to invest in energy production through solar panels, which give rise to long-term renewable energy solutions. In summary, there are being identified three main factors that seemed to contribute to the results of national renewable energy solutions: 1) Creating renewable energy zones, 2) Installing solar panels for electricity generation 3) Enforcing regulations. In such conditions when energy of any kind is the most demanded product, green energy is the best way to manage it. It is being used in any country, but especially in Albania, which has a high average of sunny days, compared to other European countries, is an immediate requirement and, as such it should be stripped of it all useless bureaucracies to enable a higher production of it, even with state subsidies. But development will also have to overcome the above issue by adapting to energy production in small units where bureaucratic hurdles are even smaller.
Implementing resilience in sustainable building design: Testing selected resilience criteria in a case study
Authors: Felicioni Licia , Lupíšek Antonín , Gaspari Jacopo 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
Climate change is causing unprecedented changes in precipitation, extreme temperatures, and weather-related threats. Without effective intervention, these changes are expected to escalate in the coming years, potentially causing substantial damage to buildings. Paradoxically, the buildings themselves possess the potential to both exacerbate and alleviate climate change. To achieve a balance, the design of the building must adhere to minimal sustainability standards, taking into account resilience. Popular building rating systems, currently skewed towards sustainability, often neglect resilience principles. This paper aims to assess five selected resilience criteria from a new module incorporated into an existing building certification system, SBToolCZ. Validation occurs through a multi-residential building case study in Prague, evaluating the effectiveness of the criteria in terms of feasibility, accuracy, consistency, and time/data requirements. The results of this criteria test determine the clarity, achievability, and informativeness of the selected criteria. If gathering information and meeting benchmarks within a specific time frame proves challenging, adjustments to the criteria may be necessary for attainability and specificity. Integrating resilience features into sustainability rating systems, typically used in the early stages of design, can encourage designers to incorporate resilience into their projects. This proactive approach could lead to long-term reductions in environmental, social, and economic impacts, especially during weather-related hazards.
Circularity assessment in buildings and built environment: an integrated multiscale framework
Authors: Tucci Fabrizio , Baiani Serena , Altamura Paola , Antonini Marco , Cutaia Laura 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
Circular transition requires systematic interventions in the built environment, particularly at the urban level, to close resource loops locally. The adoption of a design-operational approach focused on the life-cycle perspective and circularity, in line with the Green Building Approach, at the same time responds to resource scarcity and cuts CO2 emissions in the regeneration and integration of urban settlements. In this view, the dimension of the urban neighbourhood offers an ideal field of experimentation to test and scale up circular strategies and solutions, starting from the building scale. The contribution reports the results of an ongoing research whose aim is to propose a methodology to identify basic characteristics and performances allowing a neighbourhood to be defined as circular, and to promote their spread through design both in regeneration and new construction. Thus, the research addresses an important gap due to the limited number of studies on circularity metrics at the neighbourhood scale. From a methodological point of view, the research analyses a selection of case studies and, in parallel, existing circularity metrics at different levels, systematizing them with a set of indicators coming from sustainability protocols at the neighbourhood scale. The research therefore defines an integrated multiscale framework supporting circular design and assessment, valid at the building level but also - in a multiscale perspective - at the neighbourhood level, aiming to develop a support tool for public administrations and designers.
Mapping the climate impact of construction processes: a case study from Denmark
Authors: Hasselsteen Lea , Kanafani Kai 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
Construction processes comprise a significant proportion of a building’s embodied carbon and resource consumption. Life cycle assessments (LCAs) allow for calculating impacts from embedded materials throughout a building’s life cycle. However, research on life cycle modules related to transport (A4) and the construction installation process (A5) is limited. Current studies suggest that construction processes contribute between 5 and 18.5% of the climate impact but lack consistent methodological approaches and exhibit variable background data, hindering clear comparisons. This study aims to establish a basis for comparison by conducting a comprehensive LCA for a multifamily residential from Denmark, including the construction phases. Site-specific data for the case study, including transportation details, grid-based energy metering, and hauling tickets, were directly provided by the building contractor, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of data collection. The study shows that construction processes contribute 12.3% to the studied residential building’s whole-life carbon emissions (WLC). Approximately 62.5% of the total carbon emissions are attributable to upfront emissions and, thus, are emitted before the building’s occupancy, indicating significant potential for immediate emission mitigation measures. The study’s insights into carbon emissions related to construction activities highlight transportation and waste management as substantial contributors. This offers pathways for emission monitoring and facilitates a framework for further exploration to mitigate carbon emissions during the construction phase.
Type III Environmental Product Declarations – The perils and pitfalls of digitalization
Authors: Brisson Stapel Emilie , Balouktsi Maria , Grau Sørensen Christian , Birgisdottir Harpa 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
Recent research highlights buildings as significant contributors to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, entailing the implementation of legally binding CO2 limits for several countries and a widespread adoption of environmental product declarations (EPDs). While PDF remains the common EPD format, the emergence of the digital ILCD+EPD format introduces start to play a more significant role. The format introduces complexities, posing uncertainties and challenges in effectively managing product data and integrating them into LCA software applications. Despite this, persistent challenges in transparency and comparability underscore the need for robust methodologies to ensure reliable material assessments. Limited literature exists on the applicability and comprehension of the ILCD+EPD format, prompting this study’s exploration, using the Web API from the European umbrella organization, the ECO Platform Portal. By compiling digital EPD files into a standard schema, the study aims to scrutinize the format for enhanced reliability and usability. The study assesses a total of 12,962 datasets from the ECO Platform Portal, revealing discrepancies in compliance and documentation, with adjustments made to ensure accuracy. Notably, 17 datasets were removed due to unknown compliance with EN15804, 2097 datasets were expired, 330 datasets were lacking important information of expiration and functional unit, and 66 datasets were removed due to invalid units unsuitable for building-LCAs This resulted in a total of 10,452 datasets, with 29% allocated to EN15804+A1 and 71% to EN15804+A2. Embracing the ILCD+EPD format enhances EPD effectiveness and improves sustainability practices but requires efforts to address data extraction challenges and inconsistencies.
Global Warming Potential as Key Performance Indicator to steer renovation strategies for the built environment
Authors: Cannaviello Monica , Georgiana Aenoai Roxana , Merola Marica , Portella Palmachiara 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
The 2050 climate neutrality target has to deal with the challenge of upgrading the existing, highly energy-intensive building stock into a highly efficient one. Long-term renovation strategies aimed not only at optimizing operational energy, but also at reducing embodied energy and carbon are needed to facilitate the transition to a low CO2 emission. All measures adopted by the EU go in this direction and promote the use of indicators such as the Global Warming Potential (GWP) to quantify emissions from the operational phase and those embodied in building materials from cradle to grave. Material choice will play a key role. This paper analyzes the use of GWP as a Key Performance Indicator (KPI) to evaluate sustainability of building envelope renovations in relation to the materials used. In particular, GWP was used to compare the emissions associated with different solutions for insulating an existing wall to meet ZEB standards. The comparison was made between traditional thermal insulating materials and those made from recycled material, to highlight the benefits of circular design strategies that aim to reuse materials for the reduction of primary raw materials and waste. The GWP approach can be a useful decision support tool for designers, stakeholders and policy makers.
Upscaling bio-based products: poplar and hemp for soil and building circular synergies
Authors: Zatta Elisa , Ferraioli Elena , Bernard Elisa 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
The paper illustrates the rationale of an ongoing research aimed at identifying innovative applications for poplar- and hemp-based products in constructive systems, focusing on load-bearing poplar plywood elements and hemp blocks and panels for the building envelope. The underlying approach extends the circular-based perspective from the building component scale to the territorial and economic one, adopting a context-wise approach. The potential of these renewable materials is examined beyond the application to reversible building systems, to depict their comprehensive contribution to a carbon-neutral region by examining the links with the local territorial management and a potential short supply chain. The contribution describes poplar and hemp agricultural productions, connecting their outputs to several economic sector. After addressing the environmental benefits, the two cultivations produce in terms of climate change mitigation and adaptation, among which carbon uptake, it contextualises poplar- and hemp-based products within current bio-based solutions in the building sector, exploring possible applications in new and existing constructions through circular constructive systems. The results discussion outlines the sustainable multiscale synergies supported by poplar- and hemp-based building products within the research perimeter.
Innovative Timber Upcycling: Digital Strategies for Prolonging Timber Lifespan and Promoting Reuse.
Authors: Cognoli Roberto , Lorenzo Cocco Pio , Ruggiero Roberto 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
This paper explores the intersection of digital and ecological transitions, crucial for achieving the European Green Deal’s sustainability targets. The construction sector, traditionally reliant on a linear “take-make-dispose” model, is gradually integrating timber, favored for its lower environmental impact compared to steel and concrete. Our research enhances the reuse of timber from demolition sites, leveraging digital technologies to extend the lifespan of timber elements and improve its carbon sequestration capabilities. This research is part of a broader initiative, the DeDa research, at the School of Architecture and Design, University of Camerino, focusing on sustainable material management in post-disaster areas. These areas, seen as ‘material banks,’ pose unique challenges due to the abundance of materials that are difficult to manage. The research comprises three integrated phases: establishing a digital material bank of timber elements, design optimization with available elements and their automated assembly. This system is underpinned by an ecosystem of digital technologies, including photogrammetric surveying, computational design, and robotic manufacturing. Considering the currently low technological level of conventional building processes, this work maintains a highly experimental character. However, presenting this research provides an opportunity to explore how digital technologies might promote circular-based building processes and encourage a shift in perspective and practices within the building industry.
Wood-based policies as a driver for the climate transition
Authors: Rusen Mădălina , Reichert Sabina , Elisei Pietro 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
In the context of global accelerating urbanization, the total floor area of buildings is expected to double by 2060, with a significant impact on the environment. While cities made consistent progress towards increasing energy efficiency, accounting for, and reducing embodied emissions for new and renovated constructions represents one critical priority for mitigating this impact and reaching genuine carbon neutrality. Wood is a renewable and carbon-positive material, which can have a meaningful contribution to changing paradigms on net-zero carbon ambitions of cities, but still faces the challenge of an immature integration into urban development policy framework. Through the Horizon 2020 “Build-in-Wood” project we addressed the challenge of translating novel wood building systems, pilots, wood value chains for the construction of multi-storey wood buildings, and promising practices into policy. As a result, we formulate transferable lessons learned, recommendations, and criteria that can serve as guidance for municipalities and policymakers who aim to channel their efforts toward creating a more sustainable built environment by prioritizing wood, either implicitly or explicitly. We achieved this by working on understanding the real needs of cities and territories, the drivers, and the key entry points and preconditions for new policies supporting multi-storey wood buildings and genuine carbon neutrality. Specifically, the findings are based on the close collaboration with seven affiliated cities (Early Adopter Cities in Europe), outlining and integrating the results of (i)Multi-criterial urban planning, strategic and regulatory context analysis, (ii)Participatory and co-design approaches implemented with their local stakeholder ecosystem from the wood construction value chains and (iii)Research of different best practice policies at national, regional and local level from different parts of the globe, that incentives through informative, financial, research or regulatory instruments building with wood. The entire process is presented in the form of a Build-in-Wood Policy Catalogue [1], offering insights on working with Early Adopter Cities and guidance for improving policy, governance, and the decision-making process for subnational governments. The research was not intended to be exhaustive in documenting all existing policies because of the field’s dynamics, but rather to provide an overview and understanding of different policy instruments’ applicability and potential impact.
A regenerative design approach to address Carbon Neutrality in construction. Methods and Tools to assess the ecological reliability of construction process.
Authors: Lucanto Domenico , Catalano Eliana 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
The ongoing research at the inter-university center ABITAlab focuses on the transition toward carbon neutrality in the construction sector, emphasizing technological innovation with advanced materials using biogenic and bio-based materials to enhance sustainability indicators towards energy transition and carbon neutrality. The project aims to assess the ecological reliability of such materials, namely their ability to maintain long-term performance and minimize environmental impact. The adopted methodology utilizes Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to distinguish between the ecological profile, which considers the ecological footprint of the material, and the environmental profile, which evaluates the overall environmental impact. This approach addresses two critical aspects: the temporal durability of the materials and their effectiveness in decarbonization. The research provides an experimental and technological response to conditions of uncertainty, proposing architectural solutions that integrate principles of circularity and innovation, as demonstrated in the case study of the People Pavilion in Eindhoven. This study suggests pathways for future research aimed at applying these principles in diverse contexts and analyzing their economic and environmental impacts, including implications for the construction market.
Advancements in green-synthesized transition metal/metal-oxide nanoparticles for sustainable wastewater treatment: techniques, applications, and future prospects
Authors: Alam Mir Waqas , Ambikapathi Ramya , Nabi Shazia , Nivetha A , Abebe Buzuayehu , Almutairi Hayfa Habes , Sadaf Shima , Almohish Salam Mohammed 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
In order to meet the demand for portable water and replenish depleting water resources caused by industrialization, urbanization, and population growth; wastewater purification has become crucial. Emerging contaminants (ECs), which include organic dyes, pesticides, pharmaceutical drugs, polyaromatic compounds, heavy metal ions, and fertilizers, among others, have caused significant disruptions to environmental balance and severe health complications. As a result, considerable effort has been devoted to the development of technologies that eliminate wastewater from effluents via adsorption, photocatalysis, and other means. However, considering the economic and environmental implications of the adopted technologies, green technology has gained significant attention owing to their eco-friendly approaches, cost-effectiveness, avoiding use of toxic and harmful chemicals and production of less-toxic by-products. Currently green-synthesized nanomaterials have seen tremendous growth in emerging as sustainable nanoadsorbents, nanocatalysts for the removal of the emerging contaminants from wastewater in highly efficient and eco-friendly manner. Thus, this review presents an overview of the various techniques utilized in wastewater treatment with a particular emphasis on the production and application of environmentally friendly transition metal/metal oxide nanoparticles as sustainable tools in wastewater treatment technology. This article also discusses the limitations and future potential of using green-synthesized transition metal/metal oxide based nanoparticles in advancing the technology on a broad scale.