Browsing Research Publications by Author "Udawattha, C"

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  • Embodied energy of mud concrete block (MCB) versus brick and cement blocks 
    Udawattha, C; Halwatura, R [Article-Full-text]
    tThe concept of calculating embodied energy because it’s a wholistic method of measuring the sustain-ability factor of building materials. By definition, the embodied energy is the sum of all the types of energyconsumed ...
  • Energy content of walling materials- a comparison of mud concrete blocks, bricks cabook and cement blocks in tropics 
    Udawattha, C; Arooz, R; Halwatura, RU [Conference-Abstract]
    The concept of embodied energy can be used to understand and develop energy saving products or services. By definition the embodied energy is sum of all the types of energy consumed while producing specific product or a ...
  • Geopolymerized self-compacting mud concrete masonry units 
    Udawattha, C; Halwatura, R [Article-Full-text]
    This study was conducted to develop an alternative method of utilizing fly ash as an alternative stabilizer to build affordable earth masonry units named “mud concrete blocks”. Mud concrete masonry block is a novel invention ...
  • Improve intrinsic properties of walling materials to create occupant comfort 
    Galkanda, H; Udawattha, C; Halwatura, R [Conference-Full-text]
    Abstract Buildings and architectural spaces are built for occupant comfort. Thus tropical climatic condition is the worst climate to achieve the occupant comfort. Tropics are favourable for bio receptive activities such ...
  • Investigation on elements and their fraction of housing construction cost 
    Nanayakkara, NHVTN; Udawattha, C; Halwatura, RU [Conference-Abstract]
    Construction industry is predominantly projected cost based. Project cost can be identified as one of the main constraints of any kind of construction projects. Construction cost is the major portion of the project development ...
  • Life cycle cost of different Walling material used for affordable housing in tropics 
    Udawattha, C; Halwatura, R [Article-Full-text]
    The energy consumption of affordable housing industry plays a vital role in the environmental sustainability, waste generation and energy consumption. The development of sustainable housing construction methodology helps ...
  • Mold growth and moss growth on tropical walls 
    Udawattha, C; Galkanda, H; Ariyarathne, IS; Jayasinghe, GY; Halwatura, R [Article-Full-text]
    The tropical climatic condition is the worst climate condition for building materials [1] [2] [3] [4]. Because, the tropics consist of rain, sun, high humid wind etc. [5] [6] [3]. The idea of the wall and roof are to protect ...
  • Mud concrete paving block for pedestrian pavements 
    Udawattha, C; Galabada, H; Halwatura, R [Article-Full-text]
    Population growth and rapid urbanization have led to mass infrastructure development in many sectors such as buildings, roads, urban public areas, etc. However, little attention has been given to human comfort and ...
  • Performance of natural polymers for stabilizing earth blocks 
    Udawattha, C; de Silva, DE; Galkanda, H; Halwatura, R [Article-Full-text]
    Natural polymers have been tested for soil stabilization since prehistoric age. This study evaluated the behavior of seven natural polymers as earth stabilizer. Seven polymers were selected from Sri Lankan vernacular polymer ...