Importance of Steel in Construction: Strength, Versatility and Sustainability

Ms. Anju Mathew

Abstract

Steel is a strong, widely-used material that is essential to many different industries. Its exceptional qualities, including high strength, durability, and flexibility, make it the perfect option for applications in industrial, automotive, aerospace, and infrastructure building. The essential characteristics, uses, and importance of steel in numerous sectors are highlighted in this chapter, which gives a succinct summary of the material. It examines the many forms of steel, their chemical makeup, and the production procedures used. The chapter also examines the significance of steel as a building material, its effects on the environment, and the continuous developments in steel technology.