An Input in the Asian Wasp Nest (AWN) Study
Jorge Pinto, Mário Ginja, Miguel Nepomuceno & Sandra Pereira The Asian Wasp Nest (AWN) is an impressive and robust natural construction built by an insect. The building process occurs during spring and summer. This type of nest is not reused.
An Input in the Asian Wasp Nest (AWN) Study
Jorge Pinto, Mário Ginja, Miguel Nepomuceno & Sandra Pereira The Asian Wasp Nest (AWN) is an impressive and robust natural construction built by an insect. The building process occurs during spring and summer. This type of nest is not reused.
Riomanzanas Village as Part of the Landscape of Meseta Ibérica
Jorge Pinto, Sandra Pereira, Anabela Paiva, João Lanzinha and Ricardo Bento Research has been done in Meseta Ibérica to characterise its landscape. Meseta Ibérica is a biosphere reserve. It is located in the North-East part of Portugal and includes the
Riomanzanas Village as Part of the Landscape of Meseta Ibérica
Jorge Pinto, Sandra Pereira, Anabela Paiva, João Lanzinha and Ricardo Bento Research has been done in Meseta Ibérica to characterise its landscape. Meseta Ibérica is a biosphere reserve. It is located in the North-East part of Portugal and includes the
UTAD receives 800 students: to overthrow bridges to decide the future
On April 10th, 2024, a group of high school students, accompanied by Sandra Pereira, Jorge Pinto, and Naim Sedira from the Centre of Materials and Building Technologies (C-MADE) at UTAD University, embarked on a visit to the Civil Engineering Laboratory.
UTAD receives 800 students: to overthrow bridges to decide the future
On April 10th, 2024, a group of high school students, accompanied by Sandra Pereira, Jorge Pinto, and Naim Sedira from the Centre of Materials and Building Technologies (C-MADE) at UTAD University, embarked on a visit to the Civil Engineering Laboratory.
Bibliometric analysis of global research trends on biomimetics, biomimicry, bionics, and bio-inspired concepts in civil engineering using the Scopus database
Naim Sedira, Jorge Pinto, Isabel Bentes, and Sandra Pereira Abstract This paper presents a bibliometrics analysis aimed at discerning global trends in research on ‘biomimetics’, ‘biomimicry’, ‘bionics’, and ‘bio-inspired’ concepts within civil engineering, using the Scopus database. This database facilitates the assessment of
Bibliometric analysis of global research trends on biomimetics, biomimicry, bionics, and bio-inspired concepts in civil engineering using the Scopus database
Naim Sedira, Jorge Pinto, Isabel Bentes, and Sandra Pereira Abstract This paper presents a bibliometrics analysis aimed at discerning global trends in research on ‘biomimetics’, ‘biomimicry’, ‘bionics’, and ‘bio-inspired’ concepts within civil engineering, using the Scopus database. This database facilitates the assessment of
Tiago Ribeiro awarded PhD for groundbreaking thesis on Additive Manufacturing and Topology Optimization in Civil Engineering
Tiago Ribeiro was awarded his PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Beira Interior on May 13, 2024. His thesis, “An Additive Manufacturing Suitable Methodology for Topology Optimization of Bolted Structural Joints with Cover-plates in Compliance with Structural Eurocodes,”
Tiago Ribeiro awarded PhD for groundbreaking thesis on Additive Manufacturing and Topology Optimization in Civil Engineering
Tiago Ribeiro was awarded his PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Beira Interior on May 13, 2024. His thesis, “An Additive Manufacturing Suitable Methodology for Topology Optimization of Bolted Structural Joints with Cover-plates in Compliance with Structural Eurocodes,”
Artists, researchers, and industry leaders united in the fight against climate change with various projects funded by the European Commission.
The “Green Day” event, organised by ASTA and the Universidade da Beira Interior, was a fantastic showcase of innovative solutions. We had two theatre companies, two engineering courses, and a strong desire to contribute to sustainability! During the event, the
Artists, researchers, and industry leaders united in the fight against climate change with various projects funded by the European Commission.
The “Green Day” event, organised by ASTA and the Universidade da Beira Interior, was a fantastic showcase of innovative solutions. We had two theatre companies, two engineering courses, and a strong desire to contribute to sustainability! During the event, the
Co-organization and participation in the 2024 Sino-Europe Symposium “Waste Valorization & Carbon-Absorbent Materials” in China
C-MADE/UBI co-organized the 2024 Sino-Europe Symposium “Waste Valorization & Carbon-Absorbent Materials,” held at Henan Polytechnic University, Jiaozuo, China, from April 12th to 14th, 2024. The event was organized under the CSTO2NE project, with support from Brunel University (UK), Silesian University
Co-organization and participation in the 2024 Sino-Europe Symposium “Waste Valorization & Carbon-Absorbent Materials” in China
C-MADE/UBI co-organized the 2024 Sino-Europe Symposium “Waste Valorization & Carbon-Absorbent Materials,” held at Henan Polytechnic University, Jiaozuo, China, from April 12th to 14th, 2024. The event was organized under the CSTO2NE project, with support from Brunel University (UK), Silesian University
Visit the Chinese Company Qiangnai New Materials
During his stay in Jiazou at Henan Polytechnique University, funded by the European project CSTO2NE, João Castro Gomes visited the Chinese company Qiangnai New Materials, where he was received by the company’s top executive, Wenzhan Wang. Qiangnai New Materials is
Visit the Chinese Company Qiangnai New Materials
During his stay in Jiazou at Henan Polytechnique University, funded by the European project CSTO2NE, João Castro Gomes visited the Chinese company Qiangnai New Materials, where he was received by the company’s top executive, Wenzhan Wang. Qiangnai New Materials is
Cooperation with Henan Polytechnique University (HPU) and Jinan University (JU) in China
João Casto Gomes, professor and coordinator of C-MADE, visited two universities in China to establish scientific cooperation in the research areas of C-MADE. The visit took place between April 1st and 16th, 2024. At HPU, cooperation was established with Professor
Cooperation with Henan Polytechnique University (HPU) and Jinan University (JU) in China
João Casto Gomes, professor and coordinator of C-MADE, visited two universities in China to establish scientific cooperation in the research areas of C-MADE. The visit took place between April 1st and 16th, 2024. At HPU, cooperation was established with Professor
The Royal College of Art at UBI/C-MADE’s Structures and Materials Laboratories
We hosted 14 students from the Royal College of Art at UBI’s Structures and Materials Laboratories, and they’re diving deep into stone and low-carbon materials. 💭🏗️ As part of their “Rock&Wood tour,” these bright minds explored our research lines at
The Royal College of Art at UBI/C-MADE’s Structures and Materials Laboratories
We hosted 14 students from the Royal College of Art at UBI’s Structures and Materials Laboratories, and they’re diving deep into stone and low-carbon materials. 💭🏗️ As part of their “Rock&Wood tour,” these bright minds explored our research lines at
Tiago Pinto Awarded Habilitation Title in Civil Engineering
On February 21, 2024, Prof. Tiago Pinto received his Habilitation Degree in Civil Engineering from a distinguished panel of professors. His research focuses on traditional construction in low-density areas, particularly in Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro. He is fascinated by the
Tiago Pinto Awarded Habilitation Title in Civil Engineering
On February 21, 2024, Prof. Tiago Pinto received his Habilitation Degree in Civil Engineering from a distinguished panel of professors. His research focuses on traditional construction in low-density areas, particularly in Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro. He is fascinated by the
Investigating the Architecture and Characteristics of Asian Hornet Nests: A Biomimetics Examination of Structure and Materials
Naim Sedira, Jorge Pinto, Mário Ginja, Ana P. Gomes, Miguel C. S. Nepomuceno and Sandra Pereira Abstract This study investigates the internal architecture of Asian hornet nests (AHNs) using advanced imaging techniques, such as CT scanning and X-ray radiography,
Investigating the Architecture and Characteristics of Asian Hornet Nests: A Biomimetics Examination of Structure and Materials
Naim Sedira, Jorge Pinto, Mário Ginja, Ana P. Gomes, Miguel C. S. Nepomuceno and Sandra Pereira Abstract This study investigates the internal architecture of Asian hornet nests (AHNs) using advanced imaging techniques, such as CT scanning and X-ray radiography,
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