Abstract In the design of modern External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems (ETICS), energy efficiency and fire safety often present a core contradiction. This paper aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the dual role of basalt rock wool in building envelopes from the perspectives of material science...

Abstract Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) geofoam has become a pivotal ultra-lightweight fill material in modern civil engineering. This paper investigates the mechanical response of EPS under varying confining pressures and density gradients. By synthesizing triaxial test data, a nonlinear constitutive model...

  Abstract Aerogel, an advanced porous material with ultra-high porosity and extremely low thermal conductivity, has significant application potential in building energy efficiency, industrial insulation, and aerospace engineering. However, its life cycle environmental impacts remain debated, particularly...