The construction industry uses many different materials, such as concrete, steel, glass, timber, and ceramics, to construct buildings. This article will briefly explore how ceramics are used in construction.
By Reginald Davey
18 Dec 2023
Construction is a notoriously carbon-intensive industry. Amongst the many materials used in construction, steel is one of the most common, but its production is traditionally one of the most polluting. This article will explore the sustainability of steel in the construction industry.
By Reginald Davey
13 Dec 2023
The architecture and construction sectors are making use of cutting-edge technological solutions to provide the buildings of the future. Amongst the innovative technologies being leveraged by the sector are digital twins. This article will provide a brief exploration of this subject.
By Reginald Davey
11 Dec 2023
This article provides an overview of the application of mass spectrometry (MS) for the sample analysis of materials used at construction sites and how it helps identify issues related to the quality of the construction material, highlights future risks, classifies a building site, and consequently assists with engineering decisions.
By Bhavna Kaveti
4 Dec 2023
Concrete is among the oldest construction materials. With the rapid expansion of cities and industries in the modern era, energy demand has increased manifold. Governments all over the world are resorting to alternative and safe energy production and storage solutions.
By Ibtisam Abbasi
29 Nov 2023
This article will dive into the world of kinetic architecture, explaining what it is and what benefits it can bring, and exploring some notable projects in this emerging architectural space.
By Reginald Davey
23 Nov 2023
This article explores nano-engineered concrete, delving into recent studies, limitations, and the potential for a more sustainable future in construction.
Protecting fragile ecosystems and the plants and animals that depend upon them is a critical undertaking that requires forward-thinking legislation at a local, regional, and international level. This article will explore Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) a UK-based initiative that affects planning permission.
By Reginald Davey
16 Nov 2023
Concrete recycling, an integral part of sustainable construction, involves reprocessing concrete rubble from demolished structures into usable materials.
By Mohamed Elgendy
13 Nov 2023
Concrete and cement manufacture is a highly environmentally damaging process, being responsible for nearly a tenth of total global carbon emissions. It is resource intensive, using vast amounts of energy, virgin materials such as sand and lime, and water. Clearly, a more sustainable alternative is needed.