Solid concrete driveways have been the norm, but they come with drawbacks. This trendy option is better for the environment ...

The 2024 presidential campaign is behind us, and the election of President Donald Trump, plus Republican control of both chambers of Congress, means the nation is positioned for a near-total reset of ...

Concrete may seem strong and permanent, but it can be surprisingly vulnerable to the elements. Now researchers at Drexel University have demonstrated a type of self-healing concrete embedded with ...

A pair of Princeton engineers have developed a new kind of concrete that promises more than 5 times the damage resistance of the usual stuff, by poking holes in its structure. This could mean not only ...

Concrete is at the heart of construction, and the push toward greener solutions has introduced new technologies that directly impact how concrete is made, used, and ultimately performs. One of the ...

Eco Materials has been manufacturing cement using coal waste, creating a product that lowers carbon emissions by 99 percent compared to traditional cement. The South Jordan, Utah, company was one of ...

Cement is the most commonly used construction material in the world, used to create everything from skyscrapers to sidewalks.

Building homes and commercial structures for an era of deadlier storms requires a multi-pronged approach including the use of new and more fortified building materials.

This collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure. Cement and concrete materials research focuses on understanding and enhancing the performance, ...

Concrete driveways cost more than asphalt driveways, but they tend to last longer, especially in hot weather. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of ...

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