Structural Resilience

Structural Resilience: Advances in Retrofitting, Strengthening, and Sustainable Rehabilitation of Built Infrastructure explores cutting-edge techniques in structural retrofitting, strengthening, and rehabilitation. It highlights advanced materials such as FRP, TRM, and UHPC; seismic retrofitting strategies; and non-invasive approaches for the conservation of heritage structures. Key topics include performance-based design, durability enhancement, fire resistance, structural health monitoring, and AI-driven diagnostics. Emphasizing sustainability using recycled materials and energy-efficient retrofitting solutions, the book also showcases emerging digital tools such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and digital twins. Provides a comprehensive technical treatment of modern approaches to structural retrofitting and rehabilitation. Explores AI and machine learning-based monitoring systems, digital twins, self-healing and bio-based materials, modular retrofitting systems, and 3D printing technologies. Addresses climate-adapted resilience strategies for hazards such as floods, hurricanes, and extreme heat. Compares major international standards and codes, including ACI, Eurocodes, Indian, Japanese, and Latin American standards. Integrates real-world case studies throughout the chapters, including affordable retrofitting practices in Africa, flood adaptation strategies in South Asia, and hurricane-resilient infrastructure in the Caribbean. This reference volume serves as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, practitioners, and policymakers working in the fields of civil engineering, infrastructure resilience, and sustainable development.