Presented in this paper is a new method representing efficient innovative system for seismic protection of bridges, created with upgrading of isolated bridge with developed specific uniform NVF devices. Capability of the new NVF seismic protection system for bridges was fully demonstrated with the conducted extensive seismic shaking table tests of ...

By Jelena Ristic, Danilo Ristic

Abstract The speedy development of digital technologies of 3D printers and the introduction of construction robotised machines in the construction of houses, at the beginning of this century, brought a completely new conceptual strategy in the eco-urban architectural design of functional residential-business, industrial, economic, tourist and othe...

By Nikola Cekić

In the post-war period, Skopje became a modern and functional city, divided into zones for basic functions, with a large number of built multi-family residential buildings under the influence of the world Modern movement. However, this period of construction was interrupted by the catastrophic floods in 1962, followed by an earthquake in 1963. The ...

By Nataša Matić

An increasing trend of urban floods in Macedonia from past several years causes major damages on the infrastructure, agriculture and human life. Uncontrolled urbanization, inadequate exploitation and management of forest and agricultural land in combination with climate change increase the possibility of more frequent and more intense floods, espec...

By Bojan Ilioski, Violeta Gjeshovska, Denis Jankulovski

Investment decision-making in construction development is a multi-layered process shaped by market dynamics, financial risk assessments, regulatory frameworks, and emerging industry trends. In an era of rapid urbanization, digital transformation, and increasing sustainability concerns, investors must integrate diverse data sources and analytical me...

By Predrag Petronijević, Željko Marinković, Mihajlo Lazić

During the construction of the first section of the Montenegrin motorway from Smokovac to Mateševo, over 35 km of traffic tunnels were excavated. Such a volume of tunnel construction faced numerous challenges, with the primary task being to ensure the stability of the excavation.The most significant instability of the tunnel excavation was r...

By Nikola Čađenović, Ivan Maretić

A smart city represents an urban environment in which the application of digital technologies enables the improvement of the efficiency of city services such as energy, water management, waste disposal, and public safety. Its primary goals are to promote economic growth and innovation, improve the quality of life for residents, and create a more li...

By Aleksandra Ilić, Aleksandar Djordjević, Andjela Djordjević, Ljiljana Jevremović, Milan Gocić

Bovan Lake is a reservoir in southeast Serbia, used mainly for water supply, flood protection and recreation. The purpose of this study is to better understand seasonal variations in water temperature by examining the thermal characteristics of the lake at various depths within the intake tower. Water and air temperatures were recorded at five diff...

By Rastislav Trajkovic, Marija Milićević, Milica Markovic

As architecture education requires more dynamic, collaborative, and technologically linked environments, many Nigerian institutions continue to rely on traditional pedagogical models and ineffective physical infrastructure, limiting innovation and engagement. This study seeks to critically examine and improve the learning environment and user exper...

By Ekeme Angela OTEMEATA, Oluwafemi Kehinde Akande, Ezinne Orjiako

Rethinking contemporary construction goes beyond conventional building techniques and is conditioned by the context of technological progress.The aim of this paper is to analyze the transformation of the city, the impact of contemporary design solutions, and the assessment of their effectiveness after implementation in modern projects. Transformati...

By Vukašin Stefanović, Anđela Stevčić