Introducing additives to concrete manufacturing processes could reduce the sizeable carbon footprint of the material without altering its bulk mechanical properties, an MIT study shows.…
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Starcrete sample. Researchers have found that mixing simulated Mars dust with ordinary potato starch creates a concrete-like material called StarCrete. In testing, StarCrete showed compressive…
The researchers found that adding denitrifying bacteria can improve the compressive strength and tensile splitting strength by 30.3% and 20.3%, respectively. The addition of denitrifying…
Comparison of a concrete sample coated with nano-modified sealer (left) versus untreated concrete (right). Credit: WSU A nanomaterials-engineered penetrating sealer developed by Washington State University…
This image shows the aftermath of the Surfside condominium building collapse which occurred on June 24, 2021. It shows the rubble that resulted from the…
Two samples of calcium carbonate concrete, one using hardened cement paste (left) and the other using silica sand. Both raw materials are common construction and…
$2.5 trillion is spent globally to assess, mitigate and repair corrosion of infrastructure, according to Penn State Assistant Professor Juan Pablo Gevaudan. He is leading…
A close-up of a bridge, showing deteriorated asphalt pavement and concrete. Credit: Akihiro Moriyoshi Scientists reveal that the deterioration of modern concrete and asphalt structures…
The high temporal and spatial resolution Raman imaging technique opens opportunities to answer millennia-old questions regarding cement chemistry. This high-resolution Raman image shows the hydration…
‘Intelligent concrete’ could cut down on road repairs and traffic. Roads always seem to need repairs. Luna Lu is giving concrete the ability to “talk”…
Outline of degassing and water absorption treatment. The PFC specimens are then placed in a closed vessel that was depressurized using a vacuum pump, and…