Innovative Technologies for Smart and Sustainable Infrastructure

This book presents front-line advance in the future of infrastructure development, focusing on transforming traditional construction practices. The authors explore a range of innovative methods and materials poised to revolutionize the construction industry, in particular new concrete materials and mix designs with detail on their composition, properties, and applications in construction. The book also discusses utilization of construction and demolition waste materials, demonstrating their potential to mitigate environmental impact while enhancing the sustainability of infrastructure projects. Readers will find particular interest in chapters dedicated to geotextile for sustainable ground improvements and modified bitumen for pavements, providing comprehensive coverage of these advanced techniques and their implications for infrastructure resilience and longevity. Furthermore, the section on utilization of pond ash in concrete and the innovative approach of maximizing electronic waste in concrete production underscore the authors’ commitment to sustainable material practices. By presenting a diverse array of novel technologies and sustainable practices, this volume equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the evolving landscape of infrastructure development.

Dr. Peerzada Danish, Postdoctoral Research Associate III, Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, Karnataka, India. 

Dr. Nanjunda Rao K S, Chief Research Scientist, Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, Karnataka, India. 

Prof. Manzoor Ahmad Tantary, Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Hazratbal, Kashmir, India. 

Prof. Mohan Ganesh G., Professor, School of Civil Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India. 

Prof. Santhi A.S. Professor and Dean, School of Civil Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.