• Evaluation of floor vibration properties using measurements and calculations 

      Homb, Anders; Kolstad, Svein Terje (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018)
      Timber floor constructions are very common in the Nordic countries, for instance in single- and multifamily buildings. But building with wood is increasing in popularity for other building categories and there is wider ...
    • Increasing ductility in heavily reinforced LWAC structures 

      Øverli, Jan; Jensen, Tore Myrland (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2014)
      This study focuses on the ductility of lightweight aggregate concrete (LWAC) in compression. For practical purposes, the well-known brittleness of LWAC compared to normal density concrete has limited the use of the material. ...
    • Optimization framework for cost and carbon emission of timber floor elements 

      Nesheim, Sveinung Ørjan; Mela, Kristo; Malo, Kjell Arne; Labonnote, Nathalie (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021)
      Long-span timber floor elements increase the adaptability of a building and they exhibit a significant market potential. High cost of the floor elements is a challenge, and the timber sector is under substantial pressure ...