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Scientists Optimize Process to Convert Waste from Rubber Tires into Graphene

This could be where the rubber truly hits the road. Rice University scientists have optimized a process to convert waste from rubber tires into graphene that can, in turn, be used to strengthen concrete.

30 Mar 2021

Self-Healing Concrete for Construction in Seismically Risky Areas

Preparing regular concrete scientists replaced ordinary water with water concentrate of bacteria Bacillus cohnii, which survived in the pores of cement stone.

18 Feb 2021

First 3D Printed Building in Florida makes COBOD Focus on US after Reaching 3D Construction Printing Milestones in Europe, Africa and Asia

Printed Farms, Wellington is a Florida based start-up, which has just completed the 3D printing of the first 3D printed building in Florida, a 71 m2 (784 sqf) storage unit, using a giant BOD2 printer measuring 15*12,5*10 meters (50*42*33 ft) in the width, length and height.

From COBOD International A/S 10 Feb 2021

OHIO Researcher Wins $1 Million in Grants to Develop Sustainable Construction Materials

The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced $8.7 million in awards to "Develop Emerging Carbon-Based Building and Construction Materials," with OHIO's Jason Trembly receiving two $500,000 grants for two separate projects focused on addressing climate change and sustainability issues surrounding construction and infrastructure.

25 Jan 2021