MIT’s Electron-conductive Cement-based Materials Hub (EC3 Hub) has entered a five-year research agreement with Aizawa Concrete Corp., aiming to explore multifunctional applications of concrete in infrastructure writes Andrew Paul Laurent […]
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In a groundbreaking development, scientists have discovered a novel method to sequester greenhouse gases using construction waste, potentially revolutionizing carbon capture efforts, writes Darren Orf for Popular Mechanics. This innovative
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Concrete pavements, touted for their durability, are not immune to challenges like temperature-induced expansion, contraction, and material deviations. To combat these issues, preventative maintenance plays a pivotal role. A recent
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Transportation agencies nationwide are increasingly focused on understanding and mitigating the environmental impact of pavement materials, particularly carbon emissions. To aid in this effort, the National Concrete Pavement Technology Center
CP Tech Center Releases Guide to Reduce Carbon Emissions in Concrete Production Read More »
In a stride towards sustainable winter maintenance, researchers have engineered a remarkable solution: self-heating concrete capable of autonomously melting snow and ice for extended periods writes Paul McClure for New
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With the World of Concrete event marking its 50th anniversary and now in the rearview, the concrete industry is poised for an eventful 2024, writes Eva Milberg for Smart Brief.
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The decline of coal-fired power plants has sparked concerns about the dwindling supply of fly ash, a crucial component in producing environmentally friendly cement. However, companies like Eco Material Technologies
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South Africa’s Water Research Commission published guidelines for Interlocking Concrete Pavement developed by Neil Armitage & Motlatsi Monyake from the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Cape Town.
In an era where infrastructure spending is heavily scrutinized, a call for increased competition in pavement construction arises as a potential solution. Concrete, once the primary paving material during the
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In a bid to combat climate change, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has introduced a performance measure aimed at tracking greenhouse gas emissions associated with transportation. This initiative, spurred by
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In a groundbreaking collaboration, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), Purdue University, and German startup Magment GmbH are set to revolutionize electric vehicle charging with the creation of the world’s
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In a groundbreaking endeavor to address infrastructure challenges, engineers are leveraging artificial intelligence (A.I.) to redefine the way concrete is used in construction, writes Colbi Edmonds for the New York
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In a groundbreaking examination of a century-old concrete sample, provided by Dr. Le Pham, a key contributor to the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s concrete research project, researchers have uncovered intriguing details
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