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Buildings got smarter. Materials got cleaner. And concrete? Somehow, the most interesting part of 2025. Download the ...

Concrete, steel, and composites are being reengineered to meet the demands of modern marine environments and sustainable design.

Snow and ice take a heavy toll on paved surfaces, causing frost heaves and potholes that not only endanger drivers and pedestrians but are also expensive to repair. In search of a more resilient and ...

A recent study proposes a surprising ally in the effort to build human habitats on Mars: bacteria. According to researchers, certain microbes could not only help construct shelters using Martian soil ...

New research highlights how modified biochar can reduce emissions and enhance strength in next-generation cement composites. The study was published in Biochar X. Study: Investigation of the CO2 ...

A new IoT-ANN framework provides civil engineers with a real-time, non-destructive method for monitoring concrete strength, reducing waste, accelerating timelines, and building smarter from the outset ...

A recent study has shown that adding a small amount of zinc peroxide nanoparticles (ZP-NP) can significantly enhance the strength, density, and durability of lightweight foamed concrete. Study: ...

A new study demonstrates how near-surface-mounted (NSM) reinforcement can effectively mitigate the shear loss caused by vertical holes in concrete beams, providing safer and more flexible design ...

Researchers give coffee waste a second life as a low-carbon replacement for sand in concrete. Study: Carbon footprint reduction in concrete using spent coffee grounds biochar: a life cycle perspective ...

Cooling temperatures send contractors scrambling to complete unfinished projects before winter threatens to stop or seriously hinder construction. However, some projects will inevitably have to be ...

Researchers have developed optimized concrete mixes using Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS), Eggshell Powder (ESP), and Waste Glass Powder (WGP) to improve compressive and tensile strength.