Modular Building Systems (MBS) are still in the phase of developing its popularity industry, with emerging novel designs. Initially, MBS walls and floors had been highly influenced by Light-gauge Steel Frame (LSF) designs made Cold-Formed (CF) steel studs, either as loadbearing or non-loadbearing types which have extensively researched all over world. However, recently practice industry tends t...

This study analyzes the mechanical behavior of low density polyethylene foam core sandwich panels subjected to edgewise compression. In order to monitor panel response to buckling, strains generated in the facesheets and overall out-of-plane deformations are measured with strain gages and projection moiré, respectively. A finite element (FE) model simulating the experimental test is developed. ...

An EPS ventilated panel, which may be applied as an external insulation to humid walls, is investigated. Dimensions of the air channel sections have been determined using Ansys software. Afterwards, drying rate walls externally insulated with EPS, mineral wool and panel has compared WUFI The increases when standard polystyrene heat loss through wall by less than 20%.

The purpose of this study is to utilize timber material enhance the in-plane shear strength and deformation capacity a brick wall. proposed strengthening method light-weight easy assemble includes frame, plywood panel, M12 threaded rod with chemical epoxy, hold-down anchor. To evaluate effectiveness reinforced wall, three walls were tested under cyclic horizontal load static compression stress:...