Large shell structures made of concrete or stone are hardly ever built any more. The reason is that their construction requires large, expensive supporting structures. A completely new construction ...

Application of the techniques of computer aided manufacturing to silk and concrete on any scale will give great reward to those who might tame them. It may be a little while before we see ...

Concrete is one of the most widely used construction materials, but its production is a significant source of carbon emissions due to the energy-intensive process of cement manufacturing. As the ...

One of the biggest challenges firefighters face involves tailoring their tactics to the ever-changing construction industry. Often, materials used, especially on rooftops, pose specific challenges ...