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Circular Economy Solutions for Engineered Construction Materials

  • 1st Edition - September 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Chamila Gunasekara, Sujeeva Setunge, David Law, Priyan Mendis
  • Language: English

Circular Economy Solutions for Engineered Construction Materials presents a collection of cutting-edge research and practical solutions from the leading industry experts and resear… Read more

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Description

Circular Economy Solutions for Engineered Construction Materials presents a collection of cutting-edge research and practical solutions from the leading industry experts and researchers. The book provides readers with actionable insights into transforming reclaimed waste into valuable construction materials, pioneering post-carbon innovations, and integrating social and policy dimensions into waste minimization strategies. Sections highlight multidisciplinary approaches, such as carbon fixation, computer-aided design technologies and smart waste tracking systems, offering readers practical pathways towards circular economy practices

Key features

  • Provides a fresh and comprehensive resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to drive innovation and resilience in construction materials and infrastructure
  • Presents a novel and holistic approach that combines material science, engineering technologies, and policy frameworks
  • Includes cutting-edge theoretical concepts and practical solutions presented by leading industry experts and researchers
  • Enables readers to innovate and implement solutions that reduce environmental impact and promote resilience in future construction and infrastructure sectors

Readership

Researchers, postgraduates, students and industry professionals in the fields of sustainable construction, civil engineering, environmental science, construction waste management, carbon emission, architecture, the mining sector, the circular economy and material innovation; policymakers involved in infrastructure development and waste management

Table of contents

1. Introduction

Part I: Transformation of Reclaimed Wastes in Construction Materials

2. Upcycled waste clay as binder material in concrete

3. Beneficial use of harvested coal ash in concrete production

4. Mechano-chemical activation of waste into concrete binder

5. Carbon fixation in concrete and durability

Part II: Post-Carbon Innovations in Buildings and Infrastructures

6. Computer-aided technologies in analysis and design

7. Engineered solution for sustainable and resilient infrastructure

8. Carbon-conditioned recycled aggregate in concrete

9. Advanced cement-based sensors for smart and sustainable infrastructure

Part III: Social Changes and Waste Minimisations

10. Social and policy dimensions of waste management in constructions

11. Smart waste tracking for infrastructure

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: September 1, 2026
  • Language: English

About the editors

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Chamila Gunasekara

Dr Chamila Gunasekara is an ARC DECRA fellow and Senior Lecturer in the School of Engineering at RMIT University. He works on developing innovative solutions for construction materials through the integration of various waste materials and digital technologies. His research efforts are geared towards advancing sustainability in construction by establishing smart built environments utilizing information and communications technology
Affiliations and expertise
ARC DECRA fellow and Senior Lecturer, School of Engineering, RMIT University, Australia

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Sujeeva Setunge

Professor Sujeeva Setunge leads the research portfolio of STEM college at RMIT as Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor (ADVC) for Research and Innovation

Affiliations and expertise
RMIT University, Australia

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David Law

David Law is an expert in civil engineering, physical chemistry (including structural), chemical engineering, statistics, materials engineering, applied mathematics. his current research interests include condition assessment, predictive modelling of corrosion of reinforced concrete structures, geopolymer concrete, concrete durability, controlled permeability formwork, effect of corrosion on bond, electrochemical monitoring, electrochemical protection, leaching of freshly placed concrete, and whole life costing

Affiliations and expertise
RMIT University, Australia

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Priyan Mendis

Dr Priyan Mendis is a Professor in the Department of Infrastructure Engineering and the Director of the ARC Centre for Advanced Manufacturing of Prefabricated Modular Housing and the Leader of the Advanced Protective Technology of Engineering Structures Group. He is the Deputy Director of the ARC Industry Transformation Research Hub -Transformation of Reclaimed Waste Resources to Engineered Materials and Solutions for Circular Economy (TREMS), and the Convener of the ARC Research Network for a Secure Australia (RNSA) from 2004 to 2011. His research interests include innovative construction methods such as prefabricated structures, tall buildings, durability of concrete structures, advanced materials for construction including waste materials, protective technology of structures, wind, earthquakes and fire and blast
Affiliations and expertise
RMIT University, Australia