Vol. 4 No. 2 (2019): July - December

Cover description: Volume 4 of the RIEMAT journal presents research that addresses key technical and environmental issues for sustainable development in Ecuador. This volume includes theoretical and experimental studies on strength of materials, renewable energy efficiency, structural and geotechnical analysis, agro-industrial waste utilization, electricity demand projection, and pollutant monitoring. With a rigorous approach, the articles contribute to the advancement of civil engineering, bioenergy, environmental control and technical education, employing advanced technologies such as simulation and automated control systems, and promoting sustainable and innovative solutions to current challenges.