Bauingenieur

Bridges in Germany and across Europe face significant challenges due to increasing traffic loads and aging structures. The DFG Priority Programme 2388 “Hundred Plus – Extending the Lifetime of Complex Engineering Structures through Intelligent...

In this article, the process of ecological assessment and optimization of load-bearing structures in infrastructure construction is presented and possible hurdles are discussed using two exemplary types of structure, a bridge and an overhead...

Compared to other assets, buildings have a significantly longer service life. Nevertheless, buildings are often demolished before they reach this point. The reasons for this have not been scientifically researched. A research project at TU Dresden...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now playing a crucial role not only in everyday life, evidenced by the booming application of Large Language Models (LLMs) such as the Generative Pretrained Transformer (GPT), but also in its potential to transform...

DC Tower 2, which is currently under construction, will be a defining element of the Viennese skyline when it is completed in 2026. With a height of 174 meters and 53 floors, it will join the ranks of the skyscrapers in Vienna – Donaustadt and at...

Rigid thermal isolation is conventionally fixed to massive walls by polymer-based adhesives and dowels made of metal or polymers. As part of a research and development project, concepts were developed on how a façade insulation system is designed...

This two-part series of articles present methods and procedures for quality assurance of welded ETFE-foils for use in building applications. The methods and procedures introduced were developed in the framework of a research project carried out in...

During the restoration of historic reinforced concrete slabs at Tempelhof Airport Berlin, comprehensive planning and construction work is being carried out, which considers extensive preliminary investigations of the existing structure, heritage...

This study examines whether a simplified contemporary calculation model for damaged points of a reinforced concrete frame node matches the test results. The calculation method determines in advance the final damage caused by earthquake stress in...

The SMS Group bundles its locations on the new campus in Mönchengladbach. The central roof, a transparent Geigerdome with a diameter of 82 metres at a level of 20 metres above ground, rests on altogether 5 office modules. At the new headquarters...