Structural Glass – Recent Advances and Next Generation Designs

Owing to the fascinating physical, optical and chemical properties of glass and its potential for delivering energy-efficient building envelopes, glass has become one of the most preferred construction materials in modern buildings. However, compared to more traditional structural building materials such as steel, reinforced concrete and timber, research on glass and its structural applications are still immature. Consequently, many basic design problems are still to be solved. This specials seminar session on ‘Structural Glass – Recent Advances and Next Generation Designs’ will provide a forum for the presentation and discussion of the latest developments in structural glass research and their applications. The seminar session include five presentations aimed not only researchers but also manufacturers, designers and contractors. The speakers will then stimulate a lively discussion among all those delegates attending the session for about 30 minutes.