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Porous Asphalt Mixture with Improved Fatigue Resistance and Stormwater Pollutant Reduction in Urban Road Pavement
Description Explore the groundbreaking research on Porous Asphalt Mixtures with Improved Fatigue Resistance, a solution for reducing stormwater runoff and pollutants in urban road pavement. Listen now on the GCO Podcast! [button...
Novel Strategy for Strengthening Intervention of Masonry Walls Using Textile-Reinforced Concrete
Description Dive into the GCO Podcast as we explore a groundbreaking strategy for retrofitting masonry walls using textile-reinforced concrete. Discover how modern innovations blend with traditional construction techniques for enhanced structural and thermal...
Philadelphia I-95 Bridge Collapse Explained
Description An overview of bridge fires and how I-95 was reopened within 2 weeks. Tanker truck fires at bridges happen rarely, but when they do, they often lead to a collapse or at least a replacement. How do engineers characterize bridge fires, and should bridges be...
The Future of Precast Concrete
Description oin Chad Gill on 'This is Concrete' as he hosts Jim Schneider, Executive Director of PCI Mountain States. Discover the advantageous uses of precast/prestressed concrete, its superiority over competitors, and how technology enhances its functionality. Gain...
North America’s Bigest Mega Project: A $30BN New Liquefied Natural Gas or LNG Plant
Description his week we’re heading to CANADA to talk about one of North America's biggest megaprojects, but you've probably never heard of it - a $30BN new liquefied natural gas or LNG plant. Later in the episode, we chat about a snow drift-inspired building (also in...
Microwave Technology, Its Use and Heating of Composite Aerated Concrete Blocks
Description Dive into this episode of the GCO Podcast where we explore the innovative use of microwave technology in civil engineering. Discover how microwaving isn't just for your dinner anymore, but a promising tool for heating and drying building materials,...
Experimental and Numerical Study of the Dynamic Mechanical Behavior of Fully Grouted GFRP Rock Bolts
Description Delve into the innovative world of civil engineering with the GCO Podcast. This episode explores the dynamic mechanical behaviour of GFRP rock bolts in mining operations. Discover cutting-edge research, intriguing findings, and the future of mining...
The post How Preconstruction Planning Can Improve Efficiency and Reduce Costs in Civil Engineering
Description In this episode, I engage in conversation with Steve Dell'Orto, the founder and CEO of ConCntric, a preconstruction platform that is revolutionising the disjointed preconstruction landscape by integrating data, individuals, and procedures. We discuss the...
Ancient Design Secretly Dominates Modern Architecture
Description Embark on a riveting journey of architectural evolution, as we explore the timeless links between antiquity's marvels and today's innovative structures. Witness the enduring influence of Greek columns and Roman arches on modern design, delve into the...