3+ hour, 41+ min ago  (1407+ words) Building on the Moon or Mars isn't simply a matter of packing up our usual construction toolkit and setting to work. The conditions are fundamentally different. Gravity is weaker, temperatures swing dramatically, radiation levels are far higher, and resources are…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (1003+ words) A validated experimental'numerical study shows how engineered cementitious composite shells can shift failure modes, boost ductility, and deliver strength gains of up to 152 %, offering a data-driven pathway to safer earthquake-resistant structures. Conventional RC joints often experience brittle failures during earthquakes,…...

1+ mon, 4+ day ago  (981+ words) Using 3D printing to create concrete underwater, a new strategy could transform on-site maritime construction and facilitate the repair of essential infrastructure that links continents." An interdisciplinary team of Cornell researchers is working on this method to apply 3D printing in oceanic…...

11+ mon, 1+ week ago  (1502+ words) Giatec is doubling down on innovation, especially when it comes to making concrete more sustainable and efficient. Their AI-powered mix optimization tool, SmartMix, is already making waves. In just ... Industry Spotlight: Giatec's Smart Concrete Sensor Technology: Is This the Biggest…...

11+ mon, 2+ week ago  (901+ words) This study reveals how particle packing models in fiber-reinforced concrete reduce environmental impact while maintaining superior strength and workability. New Concrete Formula Promises More Strength with Less Cement A recent study has revealed how particle packing models (PPMs) can significantly…...