The ELISSA Project focused on advancing energy-efficient, lightweight steel construction systems. It developed innovative prefabricated modules for sustainable buildings.
Project Goals
ELISSA aimed to create nano-enhanced lightweight steel skeleton/dry wall systems with superior thermal insulation, fire resistance, seismic resilience, and acoustic performance. These used inorganic nanomaterials like Vacuum Insulation Panels (VIPs), aerogels, and intumescent paints to optimize energy efficiency and safety in modular construction.
Key Innovations
- Prefabricated elements tested as load-bearing structures under thermal, fire, and earthquake loads.
- Integration of MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) for damping vibrations.
- Emphasis on recyclability, reduced material use, and lifecycle sustainability from production to decommissioning.
Funding and Timeline
Funded by the EU’s FP7 program (grant No. 609086), the project ran around 2013–2016, involving industries, SMEs, and research partners for testing and demonstration.
