Nanostructured Materials in Sustainable Construction: A Comprehensive Review of Durability, Thermal Efficiency, and Environmental Impact

نویسندگان

1 Al-Kitab University, Kirkuk, Iraq

2 Knowledge University, College of Engineering, Erbil, Iraq

3 Al-Rafidain University College, Baghdad, Iraq

4 Alnoor University, Nineveh, Iraq

5 Al-Qalam University College, Kirkuk, Iraq

6 Al-Nukhba University College, Baghdad, Iraq

7 Al-Turath University, Baghdad, Iraq

8 Al-Mansour University College, Baghdad, Iraq

doi
10.22052/JNS.2024.04.010
چکیده

This article examines the use of nanostructured materials in sustainable construction to enhance the lifespan and minimize ecological impact. The study investigates significant nanocomposites, nano-silica, nano clay, and carbon nanotubes in structural frameworks using advanced materials analysis methods, including mechanical stress testing and electron microscopy. The findings indicate that, relative to traditional construction materials, these nanostructures enhance structural integrity by about 40%, extend service life by around 35%, and reduce energy consumption in material production by about 20%. Materials exhibit resilience by decreasing degradation under high-stress conditions by 30% and enhancing corrosion resistance by 25%. By reducing resource consumption and enhancing infrastructure resilience, these developments signify significant progress towards sustainable construction. This article advances broader sustainability objectives by advocating for the use of nanotechnology in construction materials, underscoring the significance of nanostructured materials in the future of architecture. The study findings provide optimism for the extensive use of nanotechnology in industry, perhaps facilitating an improved equilibrium between ecological conservation and structural integrity in modern construction methods.