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Assessing Temperature Effects on Cement Paste

Article - 18 Feb 2020

Portland cement is the most common type of cement. It is used globally as a basic ingredient of concrete, mortar, stucco, and non-specialty grout.

Applying IR Spectroscopy Techniques to Characterize Cement

Article - 17 Feb 2020

Infrared and other spectroscopic methods have become an effective, non-destructive, and simple approach to examining the make-up of cement materials.

Analyzing Cement with Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy

Article - 17 Feb 2020

LIBS is a high-energy, but minimally to non-destructive, analytical technique that takes operation principles from other emission spectroscopy methods.

Using Metrology to Study Cracks in Concrete

Article - 12 Feb 2020

The presence of cracks in any type of concrete structure can not only be deleterious to its stability but can even result in deadly effects if left uncorrected.

Gas Permeability in Cement-Based Materials

Article - 12 Feb 2020

Cement-based materials are non-uniform materials that consist mainly of aggregates (most frequently stone), that form inclusions.

The Science Behind 3D Printing in Construction

Article - 29 Jan 2020

Recent reports have highlighted that 3D printing in the construction market is experiencing rapid growth.

The Rheology of Cement Paste

Article - 30 Oct 2019

Cement paste is the porous mixture of water and cement, commonly used as a construction material in buildings. It is considered to have both viscoplastic and viscoelastic characteristics.

How Do Smart Sensors Improve Construction?

Article - 8 Oct 2019

Engineers and contractors are beginning to embrace smart sensors for the numerous advantages they bring to the sector.

NDT Methods in Concrete and Masonry Assessment

Article - 26 Sep 2019

Non-destructive methods are used in concrete and masonry assessments to determine strength and durability without affecting the structure of materials.

Leading Educational Architect Says Green Environments Offer Better Learning Setting

News - 2 Dec 2009

Green environments aren’t just about saving the Earth and saving money; when employed in a school setting, they can foster a better education for today’s students. That was the message...

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