A new type of self-healing concrete has debuted in the U.S. market. The concrete, which is called Basilisk Self-Healing Concrete, gets its self-healing properties from bacteria that is mixed into it.
By learning the secrets of 2,000-year-old cement, researchers are trying to devise greener, more durable modern options.
The novel ZeroCAL process aims to eliminate up to 98% of the carbon emissions typically generated during cement production.
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Indoors and out, concrete lasts longer and performs better with some protection—which is what today’s concrete sealers are designed to do. These products provide a vital layer of defense ...
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LH 187 Office Building / Constantin Brodzki and Marcel Lambrichs. Image © Lucas Reitz Concrete, a material commonly used in the construction industry, is made of a ...
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