Challenge of Construction Materials and Solution of Nanotechnology

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

1 Architecture and Urban Planning Department, Faculty of Engineering, Port Said University, Port Said, Egypt,

2 Architecture and Urban Planning Department, Faculty of Engineering, Port Said University, Port Said, Egypt

3 Architecture and Urban Planning Department, Faculty of Engineering, Port Said University, Port Said

Abstract

Nanotechnology has a significant impact in the construction materials (structure materials, finishing materials and energy materials). Several applications have been developed for construction sector to improve the durability and enhanced performance of construction components, energy efficiency and safety of the buildings, facilitating the ease of maintenance and to provide increased living comfort.