Data Analysis of Steel and Aluminum for Industrial Shed Construction: Structural, Environmental and Economic Perspectives: A Comparative Review

The present paper reports and compares the performance of steel and Aluminum in the construction of industrial sheds with respect to their material properties, structural behavior, costs, and environmental impacts. The objective of this study is to analyze the merits and demerits of each material in performance, durability, and sustainability so that informed recommendations can be made regarding the selection of that material most applicable for different construction requirements. Some of the key findings show that while steel, with its much higher strength, is best suited to large structures that need to carry weight loads, it will need constant maintenance because it rusts. Aluminum, on the other hand, possesses better resistance to corrosion, weighs far less than steel, and as such, is only applicable to smaller or coastal structures; it also costs more in the initial phases. This study also analyses the costeffective aspect in which steel is more upfront cheap; however, Aluminum, at first expensive, is long-lasting and hardly needs maintenance. Furthermore, both are recyclable and Aluminum has less carbon footprint during its production phase. This paper concludes that the selection of the material should depend on specific project requirements, environmental conditions, and life-cycle costs. Future studies should look into hybrid material approaches and further improvements in sustainability practices.