AMM

Bernabeu Larena A, González Sanz G, Alves T, Janković N, Ljubinković F, Simões da Silva L, Conde Conde J, Lara Bocanegra AL, Majano Majano A, Duchêne L, Neutelers A, Demonceau JF, Silva De Carvaloh A, Bodgan T, Odenbreit C, Mela K (2025). CONNECT4C: High-strength steel connections for circular construction 6th International Conference on Structures and Architecture (ICSA). 8-11 July 2025. University of Antwerp, Belgium.

Abstract Connect4C is a research project funded by the European Union, which aimsto develop a system of high-strength steel connections for circular steel construction. It focuseson developing ready-to-use, standardized solutions for demountable, reusable, and adaptable3D connections, taking advantage of the

THRIVE 2025-2028

The objective of the present project is to develop a new construction system for timber gridshells that minimizes the cost of material, labour and auxiliary resources and that is competitive for application in standard works. For this, it is proposed to integrate the active bending in the forming process with the use of wood-wood joints made by CNC

Gómez-Royuela, J.L., Majano-Majano, A., Lara-Bocanegra, A.J., Xavier, J., F.S.F. de Moura, M (2024). Experimental and Numerical Research on the Splitting Capacity of European Beech Beams Loaded Perpendicular to the Grain by Connections: Influence of Different Geometrical Parameters. Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(2), 900.

Abstract In the present work, single- and double-dowel joints following different geometric configurations are experimentally and numerically investigated to derive the splitting behaviour of beech wood (Fagus sylvatica L.), one of the most widespread hardwood species in Europe for structural purposes.

Gómez-Royuela, J.L., Majano-Majano, A., Lara-Bocanegra, A.J., Xavier, J., & de Moura, M.F.S.F. (2024). Splitting Capacity of Beech Beams Loaded Perpendicular to the Grain through Dowel-Type Connections: Influence of Fracture Properties. III Ibero-Latin American Congress on Timber Construction (CIMAD 24), Madrid, Spain.

Abstract European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) is one of the most abundant and widely used hardwood species in Europe for the manufacture of structural wood products. Its high strength and stiffness make it an excellent alternative for the design of

Villar García JR, Vidal-López P, Rodríguez-Robles, Moya-Ignacio M, Lara-Bocanegra AJ, Majano-Majano A (2024) Experimental determination of the coefficient of friction of micro-laminated eucalyptus timber (Eucalyptus globulus Labill.). III Congreso Ibero-Latinoamericano de la Madera en la Construcción (CIMAD 24). Madrid, España.

Abstract This study experimentally determines the static and dynamic friction coefficients of laminated veneer lumber (LVL) made from Eucalyptus globulus Labill. The research covers the two possible product configurations: LVL-L, with all veneers oriented in the same fiber direction, and

Martínez-Criado C, Lara-Bocanegra AJ, Roig A, González-Quintial F, Martín-Pastor A, Majano-Majano A. (2024) Parametric design and digital fabrication of disassemblable elastic timber gridshells with principal curvature lines network and carpentry joints. P. Block, G. Boller, C. DeWolf, J. Pauli, W. Kaufmann (eds.) Proceedings of the IASS Symposium Redefining the Art of Structural Design. August 26-30, 2024, Zurich Switzerland.

Abstract This work explores the design and digital fabrication of elastic timber gridshells integrating principal meshes. These networks guarantee, among others, planar faces discretization, node offset properties and orthogonal meetings of the components what simplifies the joining solution for what

Martínez-Criado C, Lara-Bocanegra AJ, Roig A, González-Quintial F, Martín-Pastor A, Majano-Majano A. (2024) Parametric design and digital fabrication of disassemblable elastic timber gridshells with principal curvature lines network and carpentry joints. P. Block, G. Boller, C. DeWolf, J. Pauli, W. Kaufmann (eds.) Proceedings of the IASS Symposium Redefining the Art of Structural Design. August 26-30, 2024, Zurich Switzerland.

Martínez-Criado C, Lara-Bocanegra AJ, Roig A, González-Quintial F, Martín-Pastor A, Majano-Majano A. (2024) Hacia la fabricación digital de estructuras laminares de madera deformadas elásticamente con mallados ortogonales. III Congreso Ibero-Latinoamericano de la Madera en la Construcción (CIMAD). Madrid, España.

Abstract Las estructuras laminares reticulares de madera son estructuras que, gracias a la eficiencia estructural que les confiere su forma curva consiguen una notable optimización de material, constituyendo una excelente respuesta a las exigencias cada vez mayores de una construcción

ETSAMadera collaborates, together with the UPM’s Construction with Wood Group, in the organisation of the III Latin-American Congress on Wood in Construction (CIMAD24) from 11 to 14 June 2024 in Madrid.

ETSAMadera collaborates, together with the UPM’s Construction with Wood Group, in the organisation of the III Latin-American Congress on Wood in Construction (CIMAD24) to be held in the schools of Architecture (ETSAM) and Forestry, Forest and Natural Environment Engineering of

Connect4C 2023-2027

Title (acronym): High-strength steel connections for circular construction (CONNECT4C) Reference: RFCS – 101112300 Programme: Research Fund for Coal and Steel (RFCS) Funding: European Research Executive Agency Duration: 01/09/2023-28/02/2027 Budget: 1.958.171,79 € UPM Budget: 166.898,52 € Partners: The C4C consortium consists