Efficient Wastewater Filtering by Nano-sponges on Graphene

Efficient Wastewater Filtering by Nano-sponges on Graphene

Brief  Engineers at the University of Vienna have developed a new composite material that makes an efficient filter for removing organic pollutants from water. The system uses super-porous “nano-sponges” embedded on a sheet of graphene.   Insight Engineers at the...
Analysis: What to Consider in Cantilever Design

Analysis: What to Consider in Cantilever Design

Brief  Julie Mark Cohen offers a review of enclosed cantilever construction, how it’s used today, how well it performs and key issues that are often overlooked. Some of those issues include bracing compression flanges of beams, directly exposing cladding to...
Uniquely Shaped Concrete Beam Passes Strength Test

Uniquely Shaped Concrete Beam Passes Strength Test

Brief  A “Zip-Form” concrete beam with a flat top and curved base cracked after being subjected to a 12,000-pound load, far exceeding its design strength of 8,500 pounds. The uniquely shaped beam, designed by MIT doctoral student Mohamed Ismail with help...
Albania’s Greenery Covered Tower

Albania’s Greenery Covered Tower

Brief  MVRDV has revealed a patriotic project for Albania’s capital city. Officially named Tirana’s Rock, the tower will reach a maximum height of 85 meters and take the overall form of a bust of Albania’s national hero, Skanderbeg.   Insight...
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