Researchers at the University of Minnesota Duluth have explored a promising solution to a major problem faced by thin concrete pavements: adding small synthetic fibers to the mix to extend […]
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A new wave of innovation in concrete paving is making it possible to open roads sooner without compromising strength or safety. The recently highlighted maturity method, featured in the Spring
New Approach Cuts Concrete Curing Time for Faster Road Openings Read More »
The National Concrete Pavement Technology Center (CP Tech Center) at Iowa State University has released significant findings from a comprehensive study on fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC) overlays—highlighting their potential to enhance
Study shows benefits of Fiber‑Reinforced Concrete Overlays Read More »
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has released the 2025 edition of its Report Card for America’s Infrastructure, offering a snapshot of the condition and performance of the nation’s
ASCE Releases 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure Read More »
Spray sealers have become an essential component in concrete pavement preservation (CPP), offering a proactive solution to extend the lifespan of roads, highways, and runways writes the International Grinding &
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The European Concrete Paving Association (EUPAVE), an ISCP partner organization, is pleased to release it’s Annual Report for the year 2023. The Annual Report provides an excellent overview of the
EUPAVE Annual Report 2023 now available Read More »
The Summer 2024 edition of the MAP Brief, titled “Sustainable Pavements: CRCP Across Texas,” highlights the growing success of continuously reinforced concrete pavements (CRCP) in the state. Authored by experts
Advancing Sustainable Infrastructure: CRCP’s Success Across Texas Read More »
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
Concrete Pavement Maintenance Crucial for Longevity, Safety, and Cost-Efficiency Read More »
The ambitious Oyón-Ambo Highway project in Peru is making headlines not only for its groundbreaking construction in a mountainous region but also for its strategic use of concrete writes Paula
Peru’s Oyón-Ambo Highway Overcomes Challenges with Innovative Concrete Construction Read More »
In a groundbreaking decade-long research project, the International Grooving & Grinding Association (IGGA) has demonstrated the remarkable longevity and effectiveness of diamond-ground on pavements. This research, conducted in three states,
A Decade of Research Shows Diamond-Ground Impact on Pavement Performance Read More »
The TRB National Cooperative Highway Research Program’s NCHRP Research Report 1007: Evaluation of Bonded Concrete Overlays on Asphalt Pavements documents BCOA practices through a literature review and agency survey; documents performance through
New NCHRP Report on Evaluation of Bonded Concrete Overlays on Asphalt Pavements Read More »
The Academy of Pavement Science and Engineering (APSE) will be hosting a FREE webinar on ‘Recent developments in mechanistic-empirical design of jointed concrete pavements’ presented by Dr. Lev Khazanovich (University
Project Manager: Steven Tritsch, Associate Director-Concrete Pavement Technology Center, Iowa State University (CP Tech Center, ISU)Authors: David White, Peter Taylor, Pavana Vennapusa, Tom Cackler, and Yifeng Ling Since 2008, around
Geotextiles for Unbonded Concrete Overlays Read More »
NEW DATE: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) WEBINAR from March 17, 2022NOW March 24, 2022!!1:00 pm EST“Scaling Climate Solutions—Together“Registration is required: https://mit.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bWqvvjn6RvGJfEAAQB4B8Q Presented by Dr. Jeremy Gregory, a Research Scientist-MIT and
Maybe not? … Harvested fly ash, previously disposed of as waste, has been demonstrated to match the chemical and physical properties of freshly produced fly ash, i.e. Harvested fly ash
Can You Decipher Which SCM Pic is Harvested vs. Freshly Produced Fly Ash? Read More »
A new paper from researchers at MIT is discussed in Mashable India September 2021 issue, has suggested various strategies to reduce greenhouse emissions concrete usage. Concrete is the second most
Despite Growing Demand, Reducing Concrete’s Carbon Footprint is Viable—Cool Green Ideas Read More »
RESEARCH BRIEF: “Carbin: Crowdsourcing Road Conditions at Scale” Click to download 3-page BRIEF Carbin is a navigation app that allows users to anonymously crowdsource road quality data and vehicle information.
MIT CSHub: Research Brief; & How to Make Roadway Spending More Sustainable Read More »
The National Concrete Pavement Technology Center (CP Tech Center) release quarterly “Moving Advancements into Practice” (MAP) Briefs to promote ‘Best practices and promising technologies that can be used now to
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS & PHOENIX, ARIZONA—‘Cool pavements’ could reduce summer heat Record-breaking heat waves summer of 2021—”hottest July on record globally”—made walking outside in cities almost unbearable for many residents. The
Click to enlarge The U.S. Interstate Highway System reached 65 years old on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. At an age at which many Americans are considering retirement and reduced workloads,
