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Liquid waste, solid future: Urine turns into sustainable concrete
Due to its high compressive strength, this bio-concrete, which is derived from human urine, not only replaces traditional sandstone and, sometimes, cement-based concrete, it can also potentially be produced entirely from waste materials.
‘Superwood’ is tougher than steel and stands up to fire and water
InventWood’s engineered wood product, called Superwood, is a byproduct of a molecular-level process that transforms natural wood into a material that is roughly a dozen times stronger and 10 times tougher than traditional wood.
MOBILAIR M480: Unrivalled performance for demanding applications
The oil-injected portable screw compressor is ideal for diverse applications, from mining and tunnel construction to temporary replacement of industrial compressor stations.
Fives opens a new subsidiary in the US
This strategic expansion will allow U.S. customers greater access to the extensive portfolio of value-added low clinker blended cement and supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) production equipment and services.
Tunnel vision: Northern Europe's underwater passage takes shape
As an immersed tunnel, its parts will be constructed elsewhere and put in place on site. This is described by the CEO of Sund and Bælt, Mikkel Hemmingsen, as similar to using Lego blocks.
Building-integrated photovoltaics for urban energy solutions
Integrating solar technology into architectural features requires a sophisticated comprehension of both architecture and photovoltaics.
Startup transforms coal ash into eco-friendly cement, slashes CO2 by 30%
The team suggests that treated ash could potentially replace up to 30% of cement, which is the binding agent in concrete.
Merging ventilation and conditioning for high-performance buildings
Optimizing ventilation and atmospheric condition is central to the successful conformance with the demands of high-performance buildings.
Switzerland's high-tech GoldenPass Express train
Essentially, the train approaches Zweisimmen Station at 15 km/s, the transition zone is entered and the moving components in the bogie mechanism are unlocked.
McElroy equipment plays part in World Cup pitch preparation
Grass newly planted at the Atlanta, Georgia, stadium for World Cup games will benefit from the high-quality irrigation system.
Earthworm-inspired robot burrows faster, cheaper and smarter to lay underground power line
Much like earthworms, which move by contracting their body segments in a wave-like motion, the new robot employs a mechanism of alternating segment expansion and retraction to achieve locomotion.
ABB’s ERH motor delivers simplicity and efficiency for air handling applications
This advanced motor technology delivers plug-and-play, variable-speed operation for simplified installation and lower energy consumption.
Everything right - and even more wrong - with The Line megaproject
Two 1,600-ft tall, 105-mile-long skyscrapers are being built in Saudi Arabia, which will make heavy use of AI, digitalization and mobility technologies. What could go wrong?
Dig smarter, not harder: Volvo’s new hybrid excavators
Volvo Construction Equipment is incorporating hydraulic hybrid technology into its most recent series of excavators.
Five ways you might already encounter AI in cities
As this technology becomes more commonplace, it will be important to make sure residents are aware of where it exists – and what it is doing.
Detecting structural bridge damage with AI and neural networks
Bridges are critical connectors to transportation systems. The dire reality is that over 46,000 bridges in the U.S. are categorized as structurally deficient, or in poor condition.
Los Angeles is in a 4-year sprint to deliver a car-free 2028 Olympics
With the Olympic torch extinguished in Paris, all eyes are turning to Los Angeles for the 2028 Olympics. The host city has promised that the next Summer Games will be “car-free.” For people who know Los Angeles, this seems overly optimistic.
China to breathe new life into old wind turbine blades for stronger, crack-free roads
The mixtures were trialed on a small stretch of the Qingfu Highway in Lanzhou in Gansu province in Northwest China where it showed promising results.
Leafbot: The soft robot revolutionizing disaster relief efforts
To develop the so-called Leafbot, the team leveraged a vibration-driven motion that enabled it to overcome obstacles with fewer control mechanisms.
Urban Evolution in Smart Cities (March 3-9)
The urban environment has long prioritized car-centric infrastructure. By embracing the potential of new technologies, cities can become more than just places to live.