Global Bibliometric Insights into Research Trends and Collaboration Networks in Risk Management of Reinforced Concrete Structures

Abstract

In civil engineering, the durability and sustainability of reinforced concrete structures have emerged as crucial issues, especially in light of growing needs for infrastructure around the world and heightened environmental threats. Risk management and sustainable development encounter numerous obstacles due to deterioration processes such corrosion, cracking, and mechanical fatigue, which are exacerbated by changing climate conditions and heavy resource use. This study offers a thorough bibliometric review of the body of research on environmental effect and risk management in reinforced concrete construction. Leading contributors, significant documents, key subject clusters, and new research avenues are identified by mapping co-authorship networks, institutional and national connections, citation patterns, and keyword co-occurrences. The findings highlight how integrative methods that incorporate environmental assessments-such as life cycle analysis, green building techniques, and digital monitoring technologies-into project risk frameworks have replaced traditional risk modelling. The work's conclusions guide future research directions and promote evidence-based policy and practice to improve the robustness, sustainability, and durability of reinforced concrete assets around the globe.