Imaging technique could enable new pathways for reducing concrete’s hefty carbon footprint, as well as…
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Concrete is a composite material widely used in construction, composed primarily of water, cement, and aggregates like sand, gravel, or crushed stone. The mixture hardens over time to form a stone-like substance that is both durable and versatile, making it essential for a vast range of construction projects including buildings, roads, bridges, and dams. The key to concrete’s strength and durability lies in the hydration process, where the cement reacts with water to form a hard matrix that binds the aggregates together. Concrete’s properties can be adjusted by changing the proportions of its components, adding additives, or using different types of cement, allowing it to meet diverse structural and aesthetic requirements. It is favored for its relatively low cost, high compressive strength, and ability to be cast into complex shapes. However, despite its many advantages, concrete production is also a significant source of carbon dioxide emissions, leading to increasing research into more sustainable alternatives.
First commercial pour of engineered graphene concrete takes place in UK using Manchester technology. A…
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A research team including Kanazawa University tests the impact response of the world’s hardest concrete.…
A Norwegian Center of Excellence explores how pores affect all kinds of materials, including concrete.…
MIT researchers find a way to eliminate carbon emissions from cement production — a major…
Washington State University researchers have created a sustainable alternative to traditional concrete using coal fly…