B13. Digital Transformation in Construction: Integrating Metaverse, Digital Twin, and BIM
Editors:
I. Takewaki, Z. Lu, S. Azhar, V. Plevris, Z. Chen, S. Kaewunruen and U. Berardi
Publisher:
Frontiers Media SA
Publication date:
July 2026
Pages:
273
E-ISBN-13: 978-2-8325-8500-9
Digital Transformation in Construction: Integrating Metaverse, Digital Twin, and BIM is an edited, open-access collection of scholarly contributions published under the Research Topic of the same title across Frontiers journals.
The collection explores how Building Information Modelling (BIM), digital twins, immersive technologies, and artificial intelligence are transforming construction practices and the built environment. It brings together research on the integration of digital information, sensing, simulation, visualization, and data-driven decision-making across the lifecycle of buildings and infrastructure.
The contributions address a broad range of applications, including construction safety and training, AI-assisted engineering drawing interpretation, infrastructure inspection, digital heritage documentation, reality capture, circular construction, sustainable procurement, carbon reduction, and regulatory digitalization. They also examine the role of interoperable information systems, intelligent analytics, and emerging digital technologies in improving construction processes and infrastructure management.
Together, these studies highlight the opportunities and challenges associated with digital transformation, emphasizing the importance of interoperability, cybersecurity, data governance, ethical implementation, and workforce adoption in creating a more intelligent, resilient, and sustainable built environment.
B12. Computational Methods in Structural Engineering
Editors:
M. Georgioudakis, V. Plevris and M. Kioumarsi
Publisher:
MDPI
Publication date:
October 2025
Pages:
190
ISBN-13 (Hardcover): 978-3-7258-5437-0, E-ISBN-13: 978-3-7258-5438-7
Computational Methods in Structural Engineering is an edited, open-access collection of eight original research articles and an editorial, originally published in the Special Issue of the same title in the MDPI journal Computation.
This Reprint brings together nine contributions that showcase the latest advances in computational methods applied to structural engineering. It includes an introductory editorial and eight original research articles covering topics such as nonlinear finite element modeling under extreme loads, advanced plate and composite analysis, explainable machine learning for material characterization, predictive models for curved beams, stochastic approaches for uncertainty quantification, and data-driven signal processing for structural health monitoring. Collectively, these works demonstrate how computational tools, from high-precision numerical schemes to artificial intelligence, are shaping the analysis, design, and optimization of modern structures. The Reprint highlights both the opportunities and the challenges of integrating advanced computation into engineering practice, providing researchers and professionals with insights into methods that enhance safety, efficiency, and innovation in the built environment.
B11. Insights: Frontiers in Built Environment
Editors:
Z. Chen, A. Matsumoto, J.R. Casas, V. Plevris, G. Tsiatas, H. Guo, Y. Li and S. Kaewunruen
Publisher:
Frontiers Media SA
Publication date:
April 2024
Pages:
241
E-ISBN-13: 978-2-8325-4744-1
Insights: Frontiers in Built Environment is an edited, open-access collection of research articles published as part of the Research Topic of the same title in the journal Frontiers in Built Environment, published by Frontiers Media SA.
The volume brings together contributions from researchers working across different areas of the built environment, presenting recent research findings, innovative methodologies, and emerging developments in civil engineering and related disciplines. The collected articles address a variety of topics, including construction management, structural and earthquake engineering, infrastructure assessment and monitoring, sustainable development, and urban environments.
By assembling these contributions into a single volume, the book provides a multidisciplinary perspective on contemporary challenges and advances in the built environment. It serves as a reference for researchers, academics, engineers, and practitioners interested in recent developments and future directions in the field.
The book was edited by Z. Chen, A. Matsumoto, J. R. Casas, V. Plevris, G. Tsiatas, H. Guo, Y. Li, and S. Kaewunruen, and published by Frontiers Media SA in April 2024.
B10. Advanced Concrete and Construction Materials
Editors:
M. Kioumarsi and V. Plevris
Publisher:
MDPI
Publication date:
March 2024
Pages:
192
ISBN-13 (Hardcover): 978-3-7258-0446-7, E-ISBN-13: 978-3-7258-0445-0
Advanced Concrete and Construction Materials is an edited, open-access collection of ten research articles originally published in the Special Issue of the same title in the MDPI journal Sustainability.
The reprint Advanced Concrete and Construction Materials offers a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge research and critical insights into the dynamic field of construction materials and structural engineering. This meticulously curated volume delves beyond the traditional perceptions of concrete, examining transformative microstructures and alternative binders, which hold immense potential for revolutionizing construction practices and reducing the carbon footprint of concrete.
Comprising ten diverse studies, the reprint tackles pivotal sustainability, durability, and innovation issues within the construction industry. From enhancing the strength and durability of fly ash aggregate concrete with nanosilica to exploring the utilization of waste tires for reinforcing concrete columns, each contribution offers valuable insights and showcases innovative approaches. Additionally, the reprint delves into numerical modeling techniques for specialized cementitious composites and evaluates the viability of utilizing water-treatment sludge as a sustainable alternative to clay in fired clay bricks.
A valuable resource for academic professionals and researchers, this collection underscores the significance of advancing construction materials. By providing a platform for groundbreaking research and critical reviews, it encourages scholars to contribute to the ongoing discourse, thereby shaping the future of construction.
B09. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Techniques for Civil Engineering
Editors:
V. Plevris, A. Ahmad and N.D. Lagaros
Publisher:
IGI Global
Publication date:
June 2023
Pages:
385
ISBN-13 (Hardcover): 9781668456439, ISBN-13 (Softcover): 9781668474303, E-ISBN-13: 9781668456446
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has drawn significant attention with respect to its applications in several scientific fields, varying from big data handling to medical diagnosis. A tremendous transformation has taken place with the emerging application of AI. AI can provide a wide range of solutions to address many challenges in civil engineering.
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Techniques for Civil Engineering highlights the latest technologies and applications of AI in structural engineering, transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering, and more. It features a collection of innovative research on the methods and implementation of AI and machine learning in multiple facets of civil engineering. Covering topics such as damage inspection, safety risk management, and information modeling, this premier reference source is an essential resource for engineers, government officials, business leaders and executives, construction managers, students and faculty of higher education, librarians, researchers, and academicians.
Coverage
The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Closed-Form Formulae
- Concrete Structures
- Construction Management
- Damage Inspection
- Data-Driven Damage Identification
- Deep Learning
- Information Modelling
- Machine Learning
- Safety Risk Management
- Structural Engineering Design
- Transverse Reinforcement
B08. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Applied in Civil Engineering
Editors:
N.D. Lagaros and V. Plevris
Publisher:
MDPI
Publication date:
September 2022
Pages:
698
ISBN-13 (Hardcover): 978-3-0365-5083-1, E-ISBN-13: 978-3-0365-5084-8
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Applied in Civil Engineering is an edited, open-access collection of 35 research contributions originally published under the MDPI cross-journal Topic of the same title, involving the journals Applied Sciences, CivilEng, AI, Symmetry, and Mathematics.
In recent years, the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in several scientific fields, varying from big data handling to medical diagnosis, has drawn significant attention. The use of AI is already present in our daily lives, as exemplified by personalized ads, virtual assistants, autonomous driving, etc. Not surprisingly, AI methodologies have demonstrated impressive results through a wide range of uses and applications in engineering fields, including civil and structural engineering. The increase in AI studies shows that the use of AI in civil engineering is gaining momentum and will keep increasing in the coming years, bringing new innovations and applications. This book collection contains applications and recent advances of AI with regard to civil engineering problems, promoting cross-fertilization between these scientific fields. In particular, the focus is on hybrid studies and applications related to structural engineering, transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering, hydraulic engineering, environmental engineering, coastal and ocean engineering, structural health monitoring, and construction management. The book contains 35 contributions in total from 19 different countries around the world, covering a broad range of topics related to the applications of AI in civil engineering.
B07. Innovative Approaches in Computational Structural Engineering
Editors:
G. C. Tsiatas and V. Plevris
Publisher:
Frontiers Media SA
Publication date:
April 2020
Pages:
264
E-ISBN-13: 978-2-88963-607-5
Innovative Approaches in Computational Structural Engineering is an edited, open-access collection of 18 scholarly contributions and an editorial, originally published under the Research Topic of the same title in the journal Frontiers in Built Environment.
The collection brings together innovative developments, concepts, methodologies, and approaches in scientific computation applied to structural engineering, with particular emphasis on computational structural mechanics and engineering. It includes contributions from 58 researchers and professionals representing 10 countries, covering both fundamental research and advanced practical applications.
The studies address a broad range of topics, including structural modeling; finite element, boundary element, and meshless methods; static, dynamic, and nonlinear structural analysis; structural stability; performance-based design and structural optimization; advanced materials, including shape memory alloys; system identification; GPU-accelerated computing; earthquake engineering and seismic vulnerability; incremental dynamic analysis; structural damage assessment; smart structures; structural reliability; structural health monitoring and control; and composite materials.
Together, these contributions demonstrate the continuing importance of computational methods in addressing complex structural engineering problems and advancing the analysis, design, assessment, and optimization of engineering structures.
B06. Performance-Based Seismic Design of Concrete Structures and Infrastructures
Editors:
V. Plevris, G. Kremmyda and Y. Fahjan
Publisher:
IGI Global
Publication date:
February 2017
Pages:
320
ISBN-10: 1522520899, ISBN-13 (Hardcover): 9781522520894, E-ISBN-13: 9781522520900
Solid design and craftsmanship are a necessity for structures and infrastructures that must stand up to natural disasters on a regular basis. Continuous research developments in the engineering field are imperative for sustaining buildings against the threat of earthquakes and other natural disasters.
Performance-Based Seismic Design of Concrete Structures and Infrastructures is an informative reference source on all the latest trends and emerging data associated with structural design. Highlighting key topics such as seismic assessments, shear wall structures, and infrastructure resilience, this is an ideal resource for all academicians, students, professionals, and researchers that are seeking new knowledge on the best methods and techniques for designing solid structural designs.
B05. Computational Methods in Earthquake Engineering, Vol. 3
Editors:
M. Papadrakakis, V. Plevris, N.D. Lagaros
Publisher:
Springer International Publishing
Publication date:
January 2017
Pages:
418
Series:
Computational Methods in Applied Sciences
(Vol. 44)
Series ISSN:
1871-3033
ISBN-13 (Hardcover): 978-3-319-47796-1, ISBN-13 (Softcover): 978-3-319-83827-4, E-ISBN-13: 978-3-319-47798-5
This is the third book in a series on Computational Methods in Earthquake Engineering. The purpose of this volume is to bring together the scientific communities of Computational Mechanics and Structural Dynamics, offering a wide coverage of timely issues on contemporary Earthquake Engineering.
This volume will facilitate the exchange of ideas in topics of mutual interest and can serve as a platform for establishing links between research groups with complementary activities. The computational aspects are emphasized in order to address difficult engineering problems of great social and economic importance.
B04. Handbook of Research on Seismic Assessment and Rehabilitation of Historic Structures
Editors:
P. G. Asteris and V. Plevris
Publisher:
IGI Global
Publication date:
July 2015
Volumes:
2
Pages:
867
ISBN-10: 1466682868, ISBN-13 (Hardcover): 9781466682863, E-ISBN-13: 9781466682870
Rehabilitation of heritage monuments provides sustainable development and cultural significance to a region. The most sensitive aspect of the refurbishment of existing buildings lies in the renovation and recovery of structural integrity and public safety.
The Handbook of Research on Seismic Assessment and Rehabilitation of Historic Structures evaluates developing contributions in the field of earthquake engineering with regards to the analysis and treatment of structural damage inflicted by seismic activity. This book is a vital reference source for professionals, researchers, students, and engineers active in the field of earthquake engineering who are interested in the emergent developments and research available in the preservation and rehabilitation of heritage buildings following seismic activity.
B03. Computational Methods in Earthquake Engineering, Vol. 2
Editors:
M. Papadrakakis, M. Fragiadakis, V. Plevris
Publisher:
Springer
Publication date:
June 2013
Pages:
636
Series:
Computational Methods in Applied Sciences
(Vol. 30)
ISBN-10: 940076572X, ISBN-13 (Hardcover): 978-94-007-6572-6, E-ISBN-13: 978-94-007-6573-3
This book provides an insight on advanced methods and concepts for the design and analysis of structures against earthquake loading. This second volume is a collection of 28 chapters written by leading experts in the field of structural analysis and earthquake engineering. Emphasis is given on current state-of-the-art methods and concepts in computing methods and their application in engineering practice. The book content is suitable for both practicing engineers and academics, covering a wide variety of topics in an effort to assist the timely dissemination of research findings for the mitigation of seismic risk. Due to the devastating socioeconomic consequences of seismic events, the topic is of great scientific interest and is expected to be of valuable help to scientists and engineers. The chapters of this volume are extended versions of selected papers presented at the COMPDYN 2011 conference, held in the island of Corfu, Greece, under the auspices of the European Community on Computational Methods in Applied Sciences (ECCOMAS).
B02. Design Optimization of Active and Passive Structural Control Systems
Editors:
N.D. Lagaros, V. Plevris, Ch.Ch. Mitropoulou
Publisher:
IGI Global
Publication date:
September 2012
Pages:
414
ISBN-10: 1466620293, ISBN-13 (Hardcover): 978-1-4666-2029-2, E-ISBN-13: 978-1-4666-2030-8
A typical engineering task during the development of any system is, among others, to improve its performance in terms of cost and response. Improvements can be achieved either by simply using design rules based on the experience or in an automated way by using optimization methods that lead to optimum designs.
Design Optimization of Active and Passive Structural Control Systems includes Earthquake Engineering and Tuned Mass Damper research topics into a volume taking advantage of the connecting link between them, which is optimization. This is a publication addressing the design optimization of active and passive control systems. This title is perfect for engineers, professionals, professors, and students alike, providing cutting edge research and applications.
B01. Structural Seismic Design Optimization and Earthquake Engineering: Formulations and Applications
Editors:
V. Plevris, Ch.Ch. Mitropoulou, N.D. Lagaros
Publisher:
IGI Global
Publication date:
June 2012
Pages:
456
ISBN-10: 1466616407, ISBN-13 (Hardcover): 978-1-4666-1640-0, E-ISBN-13: 978-1-4666-1641-7
Throughout the past few years, there has been extensive research done on structural design in terms of optimization methods or problem formulation. But, much of this attention has been on the linear elastic structural behavior, under static loading condition. Such a focus has left researchers scratching their heads as it has led to vulnerable structural configurations. What researchers have left out of the equation is the element of seismic loading. It is essential for researchers to take this into account in order to develop earthquake resistant real-world structures.
Structural Seismic Design Optimization and Earthquake Engineering: Formulations and Applications focuses on the research around earthquake engineering, in particular, the field of implementation of optimization algorithms in earthquake engineering problems. Topics discussed within this book include, but are not limited to, simulation issues for the accurate prediction of the seismic response of structures, design optimization procedures, soft computing applications, and other important advancements in seismic analysis and design where optimization algorithms can be implemented. Readers will discover that this book provides relevant theoretical frameworks in order to enhance their learning on earthquake engineering as it deals with the latest research findings and their practical implementations, as well as new formulations and solutions.