Novel material facilitates measurement of concrete deterioration in buildings and other structures
From Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo 26/01/24 Concrete is an essential material in the construction industry, where it is fundamental to the foundations and structures of dwellings and office buildings, as well as roads, dams and bridges, among many other infrastructure projects. However, the service life of concrete is limited, […]
Rice husk and recycled newspaper may be the eco-friendly insulation material of the future
From Frontiers 11/12/23 The building sector is the second largest sector in plastic consumption and is responsible for more than a third of energy related greenhouse gas emissions worldwide. Manufacturing processes of construction materials pollute air, land, and water. Accordingly, construction materials made from agro-industrial waste become increasingly attractive due to their lower environmental impact. […]