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Concrete from desert sand? Scientists test cement alternative using plant-based binders

Researchers from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and the University of ...
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Five-minute cement quality test could replace week-long standard

A new test developed at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign can predict the performance of a new type of cementitious construction material in five minutes—a significant improvement over the ...
New Atlas

Bendable concrete goes cement-free to cut environmental footprint

Concrete is the world’s most widely-used building material thanks to its incredible strength – but it doesn’t stand up well against bending. Now, researchers at Swinburne University have developed a ...
AZOM

Non-Destructive Testing of Concrete

Some basic NDT techniques utilized to assess concrete structures include:Once concrete has hardened, it is important to determine whether the final structure is suitable for its designated use. To do ...
C&EN

Alternative materials could shrink concrete’s giant carbon footprint

Photo of workers pouring concrete from a bird's eye view. Manufacturing the cement that binds the world’s concrete structures releases massive amounts of CO 2 into the atmosphere. Credit: Shutterstock ...
For Construction Pros

A Study on Estimating Concrete Compressive Strength by Mechanical Impedance

Currently, the rebound hammer is widely used for estimation of compressive strength of concrete as general testing method. Although rebound hammer has made great contribution for compressive strength ...