The Earth Institute Columbia University2 天
Concrete vs. Timber: Rethinking Our Homes in the Face of Wildfires
It’s time to rethink the way we build American homes, before climate change forces us to,” writes M.S. in Construction ...
ScienceAlert18 小时
We Finally Know Why Ancient Roman Concrete Was So Durable
The ancient Romans were masters of building and engineering, perhaps most famously represented by the aqueducts.
Interesting Engineering on MSN11 天
Concrete can self-heal when exposed to nuclear radiation, finds study
A new study has found that some elements of concrete, like quartz, can self-heal when exposed to nuclear radiation over time.
Greek Reporter4 天
Why Ancient Roman Concrete Lasted Thousands of Years
The ancient Romans were great builders, especially known for their aqueducts. These are still standing today because they ...
Guyana Chronicle2 天
Dilapidated wooden bridge at Golden Fleece to be replaced with concrete structure
RESIDENTS of Golden Fleece, Region Two, have long expressed concerns about the deteriorating wooden bridge which poses safety risks to daily commuters, ...
EurekAlert!7 天
Is cellular concrete a viable low-carbon alternative to traditional concrete for earthquake ...
In research published in Structural Concrete, investigators have found that a product called cellular concrete may be an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional concrete for constructing ...