by GCO | Feb 14, 2023 | experts
Brief The US Department of Homeland Security is using innovative materials to provide much-needed support to the country’s aging dam infrastructure. The new materials include fiber-reinforced polymer composites, which are stronger and more durable than...
by GCO | Feb 9, 2023 | experts
Brief Shipping containers are widely used as building materials due to their strength, durability, and resistance to fire and pests. They have become a popular option for various structures such as homes, offices, and storage facilities and are tested to withstand...
by GCO | Feb 7, 2023 | experts
Brief Folding is a technique used to convert flat materials into 3D shapes with structural depth. It goes beyond traditional origami and involves the use of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) for foldable structures, resulting in the creation of structures such as pop-up...
by GCO | Jan 26, 2023 | experts
Brief Steel slag concrete is a type of concrete made by mixing steel slag, a byproduct of steel production, with traditional concrete ingredients. It is known for its high compressive strength and durability, making it a suitable material for construction projects....
by GCO | Jan 24, 2023 | experts
Brief Researchers believe graphene as a concrete additive could cut the amount of cement required by as much as 50%, which could vastly reduce carbon emissions and potentially cut costs while improving durability and strength. A UK venture recently developed...
by GCO | Jan 20, 2023 | Articles, experts
Brief The University of Wisconsin at Madison is completing a 113-year-old experiment testing the strength and durability of concrete cylinders exposed to various conditions. The aged concrete differs greatly from modern concrete due to chemical composition, but the...
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