A Surrey theatre's roof and floor are a "critical risk" with many panels identified in a report as having reinforced ...
A team of researchers at Michigan State University claim this new type of concrete is “flexible, self-heating and ...
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What is Prestressed Concrete?
Prestressing reinforcement doesn't necessarily make concrete stronger. But, it does increase the serviceability of concrete ...
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Why Concrete Needs Reinforcement
Concrete's greatest weakness is its tensile strength, which can be less than 10% of its compressive strength. So, we often ...
Basalt fiber-reinforced concrete (BFRC) offers a sustainable alternative to steel reinforcement, enhancing strength and ...
Underpinning is a dynamic procedure used in construction and building maintenance to support and alleviate a building’s ...