The latest generation of radial insert ball bearing and housing units from Schaeffler is engineered for easy mounting and optimum durability in some of the toughest applications and harsh environments found in Australia and New Zealand.
Researchers develop innovative hydrogel-cement composites inspired by biomineralization, enhancing strength and thermal efficiency for sustainable construction.
By Susha Cheriyedath
22 Sep 2025
A new cholesteric liquid crystal-based solar concentrator offers high transparency and efficiency, paving the way for energy-generating architectural windows.
By Susha Cheriyedath
22 Sep 2025
Research shows carbonated boron mud optimizes magnesium sulfate cement performance, offering a sustainable solution for industrial waste and carbon reduction.
By Nidhi Dhull
17 Sep 2025
Fine recycled concrete aggregates, when treated with a crystallizing agent, outperform standard sand in mortar, offering a sustainable construction solution.
By Nidhi Dhull
16 Sep 2025
A European consortium led by CIRCE has officially launched BIOS MATER, a Horizon Europe project co-funded by the Circular Bio-Based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) and the European Union.
The study identifies interface conditions and alkalinity as critical to steel corrosion in concrete, challenging traditional chloride concentration beliefs.
By Susha Cheriyedath
12 Sep 2025
Scientists have created living cement with electricity-generating bacteria, enabling self-regenerating supercapacitors for sustainable energy in infrastructure.
Earth mortar could be more resilient, flexible and stronger by adding plant fibers to the mix.
Incorporating 2.5 % scrap aluminum engine residue in foamed concrete significantly boosts compressive strength and thermal properties, promoting sustainability.
By Nidhi Dhull
11 Sep 2025
Research shows that adding nano-inclusions to cement enhances its strength and conductivity, paving the way for innovative, energy-efficient building materials.
By Nidhi Dhull
10 Sep 2025
Ettringite-based expansive agents effectively improve the performance of heat-cured self-compacting concrete, offering a cost-effective, sustainable solution.
By Nidhi Dhull
9 Sep 2025
Shredded composites from recycled wind turbine blades enhance cement-based mortars, improving mechanical performance and addressing industrial waste concerns.
By Nidhi Dhull
5 Sep 2025
Plaster acts as an effective insulating layer for reinforced concrete beams, improving their fire resistance and structural integrity after uncontrolled fires.
By Nidhi Dhull
4 Sep 2025
Rohbau3D is the first comprehensive 3D point cloud dataset capturing indoor construction environments, enhancing research in automation and digital modeling.
By Nidhi Dhull
3 Sep 2025