Building Methods

In the high-stakes world of ultra-high voltage direct current (UHVDC) transmission, even the smallest hiccups can lead to significant disruptions. One such hiccup, known as commutation failure (CF), has been a persistent challenge for engineers and o

In the heart of Ethiopia, a civil engineer is stirring up the concrete industry with a brew of innovation and sustainability. Fikreyesus Demeke Cherkos, from the Department of Civil Engineering, has been exploring the potential of coffee and rice hus

In the bustling heart of modern urban landscapes, a silent revolution is underway, driven by the fusion of technology and transportation. At the forefront of this transformation is José Alejandro Franco Calderon, a researcher from Corporación Univers

In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology and fitness, a groundbreaking prototype is set to revolutionize how we approach exercise routines. Developed by Gerardo José Moreno Uriola, a researcher at the Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá, this no

In the high-stakes world of fire intervention, every second counts. Now, groundbreaking research from the Universidad de Burgos in Spain is set to redefine how firefighters operate in hazardous environments, potentially saving lives and reducing the

In the bustling world of maritime logistics, a quiet revolution is underway, driven by the need for sustainability and the promise of smart technology. At the heart of this transformation are smart seaports, and a recent study published in the journa

In the heart of Colombia, a revolution is taking flight, quite literally, in the world of pavement management. Juan José Alarcón, a researcher from the Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia, is leading a groundbreaking study that could red

In the sprawling landscape of construction projects, particularly those in the energy sector, complexity is the name of the game. A groundbreaking study published by Juan-Manuel Álvarez-Espada, affiliated with the Escuela Internacional de Doctorado d

In the quest to design energy-efficient buildings, architects and engineers often rely on simulation models to predict heating and cooling needs. However, these models can sometimes fall short, leading to a notorious problem known as the “performance

In the heart of Argentina, a groundbreaking study is set to reshape how municipalities approach energy efficiency in public buildings. Led by María Belén Birche of the Laboratorio de Arquitectura y Hábitat Sustentable at the Universidad Nacional de L