Self-healing concrete? Buried Pompeii site reveals secret behind Rome's enduring structures

Archaeologists at a Pompeii site buried by the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius have uncovered evidence of ancient Roman concrete technology that could heal itself over time.
Construction Digital

Could Self-Healing Concrete Reshape Global Construction?

Inspired by Roman concrete and modern bioengineering, self-healing materials could cut emissions and transform how infrastructure is built and maintained ...
CNN

Mystery of why Roman buildings have survived so long has been unraveled, scientists say

Roman concrete, in many cases, has proven to be longer-lasting than its modern equivalent, which can deteriorate within decades. Now, scientists behind a new study say they have uncovered the mystery ...
The Business Journals

Midwest collaborators build a case for ultra-high performance concrete use in construction projects

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. Less material. More space. Greater value. The team that ...
For Construction Pros

Save Money, Build Faster: Synthetic Macrofibers in Concrete Construction

In the wake of a global pandemic, widespread supply chain issues and inflation on the horizon, the construction industry has had more than its share of speedbumps over the past few years. Fortunately, ...