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Emily Buenzle - Fri August 25, 2017
Researchers Develop New Construction Material From Coal Ash Waste
A composite material made from plastic and coal ash could replace wood in construction. Although "fly ash" has been used to make concrete for some time, researchers at North Carolina A&T University have combined wet, rough coal ash, typically found in ponds and landfills, with plastic to create a material that is uncannily similar to wood, WUNC reported....
Emily Buenzle - Mon August 21, 2017
3D Concrete Printing Market Projected to Grow in Coming Years
New research by Technavio shows that the 3D concrete printing market is projected to grow more than 12 percent over the next five years. According to Technavio, the global growth can be attributed to these three key factors:Increased Cost-Effectiveness — using 3D-printed pieces of concrete saves both time and money, including reducing transportation and storage costs....
Tue August 08, 2017
Asphalt Sales in the US to Reach 27.6 Million Tons in 2021
Demand for asphalt used in paving, roofing, and other products is forecast to rise 3.0 percent annually to 27.6 million tons in 2021. In terms of weight, asphalt used in paving products is projected to see the most rapid growth, reaching nearly 22 million tons in 2021....
Emily Buenzle - Mon August 07, 2017
Butting In: Cigarette Waste May Be a Key Asphalt Ingredient
Cigarette butts could soon be the asphalt industry's new hot material, according to research conducted by Dr. Abbas Mohajerani and his team at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia. The trillions of cigarette butts that are produced each year release toxic chemicals into waterways, and take a long time to break down, MedicalXpress reported....
Inken De Wit - Fri August 04, 2017
Scientists: Reinforced Concrete Samples Too Small to Accurately Test Corrosion
Will reinforced concrete bridges still be standing for years to come, or has corrosion already set in? ETH scientists have discovered that previous concrete samples were too small to allow a reliable statement on the condition of reinforced concrete....
Thu July 20, 2017
Scientists Discover New Way to Measure Concrete Strength
Using the principles of light, University of Leeds scientists have discovered a new way to measure the strength of modern forms of concrete—giving industry a better way to understand when it could fracture....
Wed July 12, 2017
New Study: Concrete Construction Waste Can Help Decrease Pollution
New research reveals that sulfur dioxide, a major contributor to air pollution, is removed from the air by concrete surfaces. Stony Brook University researcher Alex Orlov, PhD, and colleagues discovered how concrete interacts and eliminates sulfur and nitrogen oxides....
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