The railway sector plays a pivotal role in sustainable transportation, offering significant
reductions in carbon dioxide emissions. Integrating Circular Economy (CE) strategies within …

This research investigates the application of plastic fiber reinforcement in pre-tensioned
reinforced concrete railway sleepers, conducting an in-depth examination in both …

As modern railway tracks are exposed to heavier loads and higher operational speeds, the
excessive cracking and premature failure of prestressed concrete sleepers are becoming …

This paper presents a comprehensive comparison between conventional reinforced
concrete (RC) and steel fiber‐reinforced concrete (SFRC) slabs. Twenty‐two‐way …

The application of macro synthetic fibre reinforced concrete (MSFRC) innovatively
addresses the current cracking and corrosion issues associated with the prestressed …

This study examines the effect of ageing by operating temperatures on the mechanical
properties of Fibre Reinforced Concretes (FRCs) when exposed during long-term periods …

Railway infrastructure is a complex asset and must have a long service life. Therefore,
effective maintenance methods are required to achieve optimal results throughout the life …

Life cycle cost (LCC) analysis is an important tool for effective infrastructure management. It
is an essential decision support methodology for selection, design, development …