Podcasts
Potential of Using Waste Materials in Flexible Pavement Structures Identified by Optimization Design Approach
Description Dive into the latest episode of the GCO Podcast where we unravel the future of flexible pavement engineering. Discover how integrating waste materials and geosynthetics can revolutionise both sustainability and cost-efficiency. A must-listen for...
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...
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...
The Tallest Skyscrapers Under Construction in 2023
Description This week we’re talking SKYSCRAPERS! Despite the pandemic, despite a global shortage of labour and materials – it seems like nothing can stop the skyscraper. Later in the episode, we talk about "Get Construction Talking" - a new mental health initiative...