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Knowledge and technology transfer in construction engineering: two case studies involving special concrete

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Title: Knowledge and technology transfer in construction engineering: two case studies involving special concrete
Authors: Ulrike Michel-Schneider, Andrea Palazzo
Source: Acta Polytechnica, Vol 65, Iss 2 (2025)
Publisher Information: Czech Technical University in Prague - Central Library, 2025.
Publication Year: 2025
Subject Terms: textile reinforced concrete, ultra-high-performance concrete, knowledge and technology transfer, TA1-2040, Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General)
Description: This research examines the dynamics of knowledge and technology transfer (KTT) within the construction industry while focusing on innovation in special concrete. The study aims to assess two representative cases in different European target regions, namely Germany and the Czech Republic. The aim is to evaluate the role of the KTT intermediaries employed, the significance of intellectual property during the transfer process, and the linearity of the transfer process. Methodologically, a qualitative case study approach was used, selecting two cases from prominent technical universities. The outcomes were complemented by additional research to unveil the prerequisites of the KTT structure within the selected institutions. Findings include the importance of KTT intermediaries in speeding up the transfer process.The presence of IP was not a determining factor in starting up a business. Lastly, a suggested linearity of the theoretical transfer process was not followed. These case studies serve as a call to action, aiming to explain and promote KTT processes within the construction sector and inspire further research to bridge the gap between theory and practical applications of transfer.
Document Type: Article
ISSN: 1805-2363
DOI: 10.14311/ap.2025.65.0198
Access URL: https://doaj.org/article/92bbdf008f4e4907acfd3765c89e3a12
Rights: CC BY
Accession Number: edsair.doi.dedup.....e35ce1733d8203c25c878f169d346106
Database: OpenAIRE
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Abstract:This research examines the dynamics of knowledge and technology transfer (KTT) within the construction industry while focusing on innovation in special concrete. The study aims to assess two representative cases in different European target regions, namely Germany and the Czech Republic. The aim is to evaluate the role of the KTT intermediaries employed, the significance of intellectual property during the transfer process, and the linearity of the transfer process. Methodologically, a qualitative case study approach was used, selecting two cases from prominent technical universities. The outcomes were complemented by additional research to unveil the prerequisites of the KTT structure within the selected institutions. Findings include the importance of KTT intermediaries in speeding up the transfer process.The presence of IP was not a determining factor in starting up a business. Lastly, a suggested linearity of the theoretical transfer process was not followed. These case studies serve as a call to action, aiming to explain and promote KTT processes within the construction sector and inspire further research to bridge the gap between theory and practical applications of transfer.
ISSN:18052363
DOI:10.14311/ap.2025.65.0198