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Chen, L, Manley, K, Lewis, J, Helfer, F and Widen, K (2018) Procurement and Governance Choices for Collaborative Infrastructure Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Cho, C, Kim, K, Park, J and Cho, Y K (2018) Data-Driven Monitoring System for Preventing the Collapse of Scaffolding Structures. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Faghih, S A M and Kashani, H (2018) Forecasting Construction Material Prices Using Vector Error Correction Model. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Hosseini, M R, Maghrebi, M, Akbarnezhad, A, Martek, I and Arashpour, M (2018) Analysis of Citation Networks in Building Information Modeling Research. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Ji, W and AbouRizk, S M (2018) Data-Driven Simulation Model for Quality-Induced Rework Cost Estimation and Control Using Absorbing Markov Chains. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Ji, W, AbouRizk, S M, Zaïane, O R and Li, Y (2018) Complexity Analysis Approach for Prefabricated Construction Products Using Uncertain Data Clustering. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Kim, K, Cho, Y and Kim, K (2018) BIM-Driven Automated Decision Support System for Safety Planning of Temporary Structures. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Lee, J (2018) Value Engineering for Defect Prevention on Building Façade. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Maemura, Y, Kim, E and Ozawa, K (2018) Root Causes of Recurring Contractual Conflicts in International Construction Projects: Five Case Studies from Vietnam. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Pomares, J C, González, A and Saura, P (2018) Simple and Resistant Construction Built with Concrete Voussoirs for Developing Countries. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: Vaults; Sustainable; Voussoirs; Keystone; Developing countries; Concrete;
- ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
- URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0001532
- Abstract:
This paper provides a solution to the covering of spaces in buildings by substituting masonry vaults comprising voussoirs for traditional horizontal slabs. They are made of precast concrete with cement mortar joints. They are intended for covers with maintenance loads but without live loads and their function is to create a singular vaulted interior space. The vaults must be supported by a vertical auxiliary traditional structure, such as a plane frame of beams and pillars made of reinforced concrete, or by masonry walls. The horizontal reaction forces have to be borne by steel braces or buttresses. The basic geometry is standardized by a span of 6 m, with a rise in the key of 0.80 m and a constant vault thickness of 0.28 m. The curvature of the arch is achieved by the modification of the thickness of the mortar joints; spans of 3–6 m, with different rises of the arch, can be easily obtained. The main aim of this research is the reintroduction of arches and vaults as structural elements in present day architecture, which have the added advantage of not needing the addition of steel; this eliminates the risk of steel corrosion. The use of these techniques can also provide an easy way to construct homes in developing countries that lack adequate resources and tools. The solution aims toward more sustainable construction and is specifically designed for new buildings; however, it can also be used in building rehabilitation cases.
Qian, Q and Zhang, L (2018) Impact of Regulatory Focus on Choice of Project-Governance Modes: Role of Tolerance of Opportunistic Behavior. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Siebelink, S, Voordijk, J T and Adriaanse, A (2018) Developing and Testing a Tool to Evaluate BIM Maturity: Sectoral Analysis in the Dutch Construction Industry. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Su, C T, Santoro, M C and Mendes, A B (2018) Constructive Heuristics for Project Scheduling Resource Availability Cost Problem with Tardiness. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Tabish, S Z S and Jha, K N (2018) Beyond the Iron Triangle in Public Construction Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Techera, U, Hallowell, M, Littlejohn, R and Rajendran, S (2018) Measuring and Predicting Fatigue in Construction: Empirical Field Study. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Wang, X, Huang, X, Luo, Y, Pei, J and Xu, M (2018) Improving Workplace Hazard Identification Performance Using Data Mining. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Wu, W, Mayo, G, McCuen, T L, Issa, R R A and Smith, D K (2018) Building Information Modeling Body of Knowledge. I: Background, Framework, and Initial Development. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Wu, W, Mayo, G, McCuen, T L, Issa, R R A and Smith, D K (2018) Building Information Modeling Body of Knowledge. II: Consensus Building and Use Cases. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).
Zuluaga, C M, Albert, A and Arroyo, P (2018) Protecting Bridge Maintenance Workers from Falls: Evaluation and Selection of Compatible Fall Protection Supplementary Devices. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(08).