RMIT engineers have developed a method to convert low-grade clay into a cement supplement, enhancing sustainability in construction and reducing CO2 emissions.
Researchers used machine learning and life cycle assessment to evaluate the carbon emissions of magnesium silicate hydrate cement, offering a data-driven path toward lower-carbon construction materials.
By Nidhi Dhull
5 Jun 2025
This research highlights MDCGM, a magnetically driven grouting material that optimizes underwater crack repair with enhanced fluidity and mechanical properties.
By Nidhi Dhull
4 Jun 2025
Penn State researchers are developing innovative materials that cool their surroundings under stress, potentially transforming building climate control.
The adoption of mass timber, notably CLT, offers substantial carbon storage benefits and encourages sustainable forest practices, vital for climate action.
By Nidhi Dhull
3 Jun 2025
The development of a geopolymer solidifier from waste materials offers a sustainable solution for construction, reducing carbon footprint and enhancing safety.
The construction sector faces a unique set of challenges, with aspects such as high prices, supply risk, skills shortages and sustainability.
A study reveals machine learning algorithms can predict compressive strength in concrete with waste glass powder, enhancing sustainable construction practices.
By Nidhi Dhull
30 May 2025
Ginger and ornamental rock waste enhance cement mortars, providing a sustainable solution to microbial growth and improving durability in moisture-prone areas.
By Nidhi Dhull
29 May 2025
This study presents a precise method for monitoring shear crack development in concrete using acoustic emission analysis under various stress conditions.
By Nidhi Dhull
28 May 2025
Research shows that engineered wooden nail connections significantly improve shear resistance in timber shear walls, promoting eco-friendly construction.
By Nidhi Dhull
27 May 2025
Graz University of Technology leads a project to embed beneficial microbes in building façades, promoting sustainability and resilience in urban environments.
Innovative microbial co-cultures inspired by lichen offer a self-healing solution for concrete, using sunlight, air, and water to enhance structural integrity.
By Nidhi Dhull
23 May 2025
Specialist ground engineering firm Geobear has completed structural stabilisation works at the Burnet Building in Campbeltown, Scotland.
The study introduces an AI-driven approach to concrete mix design, optimizing for strength and sustainability while reducing cement use and costs significantly.
By Nidhi Dhull
22 May 2025