Essays about: "construction deconstruction"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 22 essays containing the words construction deconstruction.

1. 1. Utilization of reclaimed bricks to facilitate circular economy (CE) in the construction industry : A study of Pakistan’s construction industry

   University essay from Södertörns högskola/Institutionen för samhällsvetenskaper

   Author : Adil Atiq; [2023]
   Keywords : Circular economy; Sustainable construction; Clay bricks and environment; Deconstruction of infrastructure; Reclaimed bricks and its process;

   Abstract : This thesis investigates the possible utilization of reclaimed bricks within the framework of circular economy (CE) and sustainable construction approaches, with a particular emphasis on Pakistan's construction industry. The research is based on the theoretical foundations of the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) and Resource Efficiency concepts. READ MORE

3. 2. Design for Disassembly and Reuse : Developing an Indicator System for Volumetric Timber Structures Based on Case Studies

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Träteknik

   Author : Sara Khanalizadehtaromi; [2023]
   Keywords : design for deconstruction; design for disassembly; timber construction; disassembly; circular economy; sustainability; volumetric timber structures; structures; DfD; Reuse; Indicator system;

   Abstract : The environmental impacts of the construction industry, and the built environment, as the end product of construction activity, are massive due to the extensive use of energy and resources. Sustainability and circular economy are recognized as the main solution to the existing environmental impacts of this industry and the main approach to the sustainable development of it. READ MORE

4. 3. Chunk Metabolism : Exploring how to plan for reuse of structural elements

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Isabella Nilsson; [2022]
   Keywords : Architectural elements; urban metabolism; demolition; deconstruction; design process; structural elements; concrete; steel; circular construction; circular economy; material harvesting; urban mining; Arkitektoniska element; urban metabolism; rivning; dekonstruktion; designprocess; tunga stomelement; betong; stål; cirkulärt byggande; cirkulär ekonomi; material harvesting; urban mining;

   Abstract : With a major share of the negative environmental impacts deriving from construction and its waste, ways to reduce the material and energy use in this sector have been the focus of studies for decades. Reuse of building elements and materials is gaining traction with researchers, architects, developers and real estate owners. READ MORE

5. 4. System:Forest

   University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

   Author : Samira Hedberg Ibáñez; [2022]
   Keywords : Kronby; Forest; tree; Wood; Design for Deconstruction; Deconstruction; Dissassemble; Reassemble; Architecture; System; construction; Iso timber; CLT; Gluelam; Cabin; House; Gazebo; Complementary building;

   Abstract : What I have tried to do in this project is to come up with a system of building that gives the building and the materials within, a chance for a longer life. A system that does not only make it easier to change the layout on the inside, but also makes it easier to disassemble the entire structure with minimal damage to the materials and the surroundings. READ MORE

6. 5. Gender in Cyber policy, is it really necessary? : A critical analysis of gender in EU’s cybersecurity policy

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Teologiska institutionen

   Author : Emmie Linden; [2022]
   Keywords : EU; cybersecurity policy; gender; human rights; women’s rights; securitization; post- structural feminist theory; policy discourse analysis;

   Abstract : Cyberspace offers many opportunities but is also a very hostile place for women. Studies claim that women are disproportionally affected by certain cybercrimes and suffer frequent rights violations in cyberspace. READ MORE