New research shows Roman concrete relied on heat-driven mixing and reactive lime, giving it a surprising self-healing ability ...

A mix design procedure for high-performance concrete mixes has been presented in this paper. Since rheological parameters and compressive strength are fundamental properties of concrete in two ...

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Back in 2023, we reported on MIT scientists’ conclusion that the ancient Romans employed “hot mixing” with quicklime, among other strategies, to make their famous concrete, giving the material ...

The effective disposal of construction and industrial solid waste is vital for sustainable urban development. This study developed a composite cementitious material (CCM) based on mechanically ...

Color is no longer a specialty add-on in concrete. It has become a mainstream design feature for residential, commercial, and municipal projects alike. For contractors, that means knowing how to ...

FAYETTEVILLE -- A request for a permit to operate a concrete plant in unincorporated Washington County was unanimously approved Thursday by the Planning Board, prompting a chorus of boos from the ...

Abstract: The advancement of high-power microwave technology has indeed brought about the possibility of E-bombs, also known as electromagnetic pulse (EMP) bombs. These weapons emit an electromagnetic ...

NEW MILFORD — A New York-based aggregate supplier that has been family-run for five generations wants to convert a 12-acre industrial site on Route 7 into a concrete mixing plant. “A batch concrete ...

According to the Washington County Planning Office, the O’Brien Rock Company has applied to build the facility off Highway 62. The project would cover about 7.4 acres, with proposed hours starting as ...

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