Marvin Young

There are number of common design faults that lead to the damage of concrete and hence the capacity of the structural member would be reduced. In...

The use of Carbone fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) strips for shear strengthening of reinforced concrete beam has gain great success. Structural...

Treatment of reinforcements with proper materials and agents one of the defensive layers against corrosion attacks in aggressive environments. There...

The improvement of structural stiffness is crucial because the trend of building construction is toward taller, wider floor, and longer span...

Carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) is a type of composite materials consist of carbon fiber and polymer. The carbon fiber provides the strength...

Quantum mechanics boasts all sorts of strange features, one being quantum superposition -- the peculiar circumstance in which particles seem to be in two or more places or states at once. Now, an international group of physicists flip that description on its head, showing that particles are not the only objects that can exist in a state of superposition -- so can time itself.

Smartphones that don't scratch or shatter. Metal-free pacemakers. Electronics for space and other harsh environments. These could all be made possible thanks to a new ceramic welding technology. The process works in ambient conditions and uses less than 50 watts of laser power, making it more practical than current ceramic welding methods that require heating the parts in a furnace.

The majority of soft robots today rely on external power and control, keeping them tethered to off-board systems or rigged with hard components. Now, researchers have developed soft robotic systems, inspired by origami, that can move and change shape in response to external stimuli, paving the way for fully untethered soft robots.

The basic components of the highway are the road width, cross slope, pavement, road margins, traffic separators, and curbs. These geometric elements...

Fine aggregate is on of the major constituents of concrete which can influence concrete mix design substantially. Various factors such as fine...

Monitoring early strength gain of concrete in the field is crucial task for the success of some construction works like starting critical shoring and...

The transverse strength test of roofing tile is commonly carried out based on the specifications of applicable standards such as ASTM 1167-11 and IS...

The shape-shifting bristle worm has the unique ability to extend its jaw outside of its mouth and ensnare surprised prey. The metal coordination chemistry that makes this natural wonder possible can also be the key to creating new materials for use in sensors, healthcare applications, and much more.

Water absorption test is the measurement of moisture quantity that roofing tile may absorb. If water absorption is too high, the tile may suffer from...

There are several requirements that formwork structure need to meet otherwise it would not serve its purpose adequately. In order to make sure that...

Coarse aggregate is one of the essential components of concrete and occupied largest volume. That is why it greatly affects concrete mix design....

Engineers have developed experimental stickers that pick up physiological signals emanating from the skin, then wirelessly beam these health readings to a receiver clipped onto clothing. It's all part of a system called BodyNet.

A counterintuitive discovery will help engineers make stronger materials.

There are several factors that influence the magnitude of lateral pressure of fresh concrete on formwork sides. For instance, concrete weight, rate...

Researchers are paving the way toward greater safety for coastal residents and infrastructure by developing a better means of modeling the destructive force of tsunami waves.

The reduction of formwork construction is essential in declining the total cost of the project because it accounts for up to 60% of the entire cost...

Corrosion is the process of deterioration of metal caused by the action of chemicals or electro-chemicals present in the surrounding atmosphere....

The timber obtained from trees is cut and sawn into suitable commercial sizes and shapes for various engineering purposes. Some of the common market...

Everywhere you go there are stormwater detention basins built near large construction projects intended to control the flow of rainwater and runoff. Now, those basins might help in controlling nitrogen runoff into rivers and lakes, according to civil and environmental engineers.

In concrete dams, cracks are formed mainly due to shrinkage of concrete due to temperature variations. These cracks may develop internally in the...

For nearly 100 years, scientists thought they understood everything there was to know about how metals bend. They were wrong. Researchers have demonstrated that the rules of metal-bending aren't so hard and fast after all. Their surprising discovery not only upends previous notions about how metals deform, but could help guide the creation of stronger, more durable materials.

Good safety plans for formwork system ensure execution of construction project as per established construction practice and avoid undesired events...

There are several factors that may lead to the failure of formwork during and after concrete placement. Improper bracing can cause formwork failure...

Flooring can be done by different materials such as timber, concrete, marble, stones, bricks, cork, etc. All of these materials have different...

Deduction is necessary in certain cases while estimations is carried out for masonry constructions. For instance, presence of openings in masonry...

The property of the soil by which it permits the flow of fluid through it is called permeability of the soil. The porosity in the soil material is...

Kelly ball test also called as a ball penetration test is performed on freshly mixed concrete to measure its workability. It is a quick simple field...

Nickel is one of the most abundant elements on earth. It is hard, yet malleable, magnetic at room temperature, and a relatively good conductor of electricity and heat. Most notably, nickel is highly corrosion resistant, which provides for a variety of uses by industry. However, scientists have recently discovered that nickel not only corrodes, but does so in a way that scientists least expected.

Burning is the last stage of brick making which usually imparts hardness ad strength to the bricks. The burning of bricks should be done properly....

Engineers designed a new system to help cool buildings in crowded metropolitan areas without consuming electricity, an important innovation as cities work to adapt to climate change. The system consists of an inexpensive polymer/aluminum film that's installed inside a box at the bottom of a specially designed solar 'shelter.' The film helps keep its surroundings cool by absorbing heat from the air inside the box and transmitting that energy into outer space.

There are several types of magnetic cover-meter equipment which are used to determine the thickness of reinforcement protector concrete. commonly,...

Construction estimator plays essential role in the success of building construction projects. There are several requirements that each construction...

Painting not only gives a good appearance but also provides protection against various actions such as corrosion, decaying, weathering, etc. But...

People think of electric scooters, or e-scooters, as environmentally friendly ways to get around town. But a new study finds it's not that simple: shared e-scooters may be greener than most cars, but they can be less green than several other options.

Researchers were able to rapidly and accurately predict the microstructure of Nickel -- Aluminum (Ni-Al) alloys that are commonly used in the design of jet engine turbine parts. Predictions of the microstructure of these alloys have so far been time-consuming and expensive. The findings have the potential to greatly advance the design of materials -- made up of a range of different alloys -- that are used to make products in several different industry sectors.

The two critical frost actions in the soil are the frost heave and the frost boil. Frost heave is the phenomenon in which the water molecules present...

Special permeable concrete pavement can help reduce the 'urban heat island effect' that causes cities to sizzle in the summer, according to a team of engineers.

In the construction industry, Lime is one of the best binding materials available and is used widely for different purposes such as mortar making,...