Introduction
Climate change is one of the main factors affecting the durability and resilience of building materials. Rising global temperatures and more intense weather events challenge the integrity of structures, potentially reducing their lifespan over time. Adopting proactive monitoring strategies is essential to face these challenges.
1. The interaction between high temperatures and other climate factors
High temperatures, combined with factors like humidity and precipitation, accelerate the degradation of materials. While high temperatures may reduce freeze-thaw cycles, they can increase moisture-related damage risks, especially in porous materials like concrete.
2. Heat’s impact on specific materials
Materials such as wood and metals are particularly vulnerable to the effects of global warming. High temperatures accelerate corrosion in metals and promote the decay of wood, leading to a significant reduction in the lifespan of structures exposed to harsh climates.
3. Reduced lifespan of structures
Studies suggest that climate change could reduce the lifespan of building materials by more than 20% by the end of the century. This highlights the need to use more resilient materials and continuous monitoring to prevent long-term damage.
4. Monitoring technologies to combat climate change
Using advanced technologies, such as temperature and humidity monitoring sensors, can mitigate the negative effects of climate change. IoT and Cloud-based systems allow real-time data collection, helping detect problems before they escalate.
Conclusion
Addressing the challenges posed by climate change requires resilient materials and continuous environmental monitoring. Temperature monitoring, combined with preventive measures, is crucial to maintaining the durability and safety of structures in an increasingly unpredictable climate.
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Source: https://www.mdpi.com