Longitudinal analysis of interorganizational collaborative networks of cross-laminated timber (CLT) construction

Purpose<br/>Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is an innovative construction material that provides a balanced mix of structural stiffness, fabrication flexibility and sustainability. CLT development and innovation diffusion require close collaborations between its supply chain architectural, engineering, construction and manufacturing (AECM)...

A new installation technology of large diameter deeply-buried caissons: Practical application and observed performance

The development of installation technologies of open caissons has been lagging behind increasingly complex construction conditions. For such purpose, a new installation technology of large diameter deeply-buried (LDDB) open caissons has been developed and then used for construction of twin LDDB caissons into undrained ground with stiff soils...

Nano-modification in digital manufacturing of cementitious composites

Remarkable attention from both academia and industry has been attracted to extrusion-based 3D concrete printing (3DCP) during the last decade. Many companies in the Netherlands, e.g., Royal BAM Group, CyBe, Twente Additive Manufacturing, and Bruil, are attempting to implement this technology in practice. 3DCP is the focused digital concrete...

The overturning caisson: Construction method reconsidered

The construction method of an overturning caisson is reconsidered. This particular self-floating caisson was applied for several caisson quay wall projects over a century ago. After the year 1914, the design was abandoned. After this time, rectangular caissons became more economical due to higher qualities, simplified formwork and easier...

"Structuring interactions in Constructive Technology Assessment workshops to enhance learning in technology context: A case of Wireless Sensor Networks in health care"

The thesis is about designing the structure for interactions among the workshop participants to enhance interactive learning among the participants. Two structures are designed in a multi stakeholder setting and tested whether these structures result in learning among the workshop participants

A floating factory for the Masvlakte 2 caisson breakwater

It is foreseen that the future expansion of the Port of Rotterdam will face the problem of lack of space. A typical Dutch solution to create the necessary area for harbour and industrial terrain, is reclamation of land from the sea. This can be achieved by expanding Maasvlakte I with Maasvlakte 2. The exact amount of required terrain is subject...