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Concrete vs. Timber: Rethinking Our Homes in the Face of Wildfires
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Why Ancient Roman Concrete Lasted Thousands of Years
The ancient Romans were great builders, especially known for their aqueducts. These are still standing today because they ...
Russian drone attack damaged Chornobyl plant's confinement structure, chief engineer says
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Is cellular concrete a viable low-carbon alternative to traditional concrete for earthquake ...
In research published in Structural Concrete, investigators have found that a product called cellular concrete may be an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional concrete for constructing ...