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Hygrothermal Behaviour and Building Pathologies

  • Explores the hygrothermal behaviour of building components and materials exposed to the climate
  • Examines the environmental impacts of the construction industry and buildings
  • Written by respected experts in the field

Part of the book series: Building Pathology and Rehabilitation (BUILDING, volume 14)

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Table of contents (6 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-vii
  2. Knee Point Detection in Water Absorption Curves: Hygric Resistance in Multilayer Building Materials

    • A. C. Azevedo, J. M. P. Q. Delgado, A. S. Guimarães, I. Ribeiro, R. Sousa
    Pages 17-39
  3. Adhesion of Gypsum Plaster Coatings: Experimental Evaluation

    • A. C. Azevedo, J. M. P. Q. Delgado, T. H. C. Neves, A. J. Costa e Silva
    Pages 41-66
  4. Model to Estimate Concrete Carbonation Depth and Service Life Prediction

    • E. Possan, J. J. O. Andrade, D. C. C. Dal Molin, José Luis Duarte Ribeiro
    Pages 67-97
  5. Artificial Intelligence Applied in the Concrete Durability Study

    • E. F. Felix, E. Possan, R. Carrazedo
    Pages 99-121

About this book

This book presents recent research in the area of construction pathology, hygrothermal behaviour of buildings, service life and diagnostic techniques, and highlights the latest developments in building physics, hygrothermal behaviour, durability and numerical models applied to building materials analysis. Discussing the state of the art in the field, and covering topics relevant to variety of engineering disciplines, such as civil, materials and mechanical engineering, it will appeal to scientists, students, practitioners, lecturers and other stakeholders.

Editors and Affiliations

  • CONSTRUCT-LFC, Department of Civil Engineering, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal

    J.M.P.Q. Delgado

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eBook USD 84.99
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  • Read on any device
  • Instant download
  • Own it forever
Softcover Book USD 109.99
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  • Compact, lightweight edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info
Hardcover Book USD 109.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Durable hardcover edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

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