Researchers have found a way to use waste carpet fibers to create stronger and more durable crack-resistant concrete.

Mukhopadhyay explains that while the moisture within concrete is sometimes enough to initiate the reaction, ASR can progress at an extremely slow rate for years until cracks caused by structural ...

If your local government finds out you did unsanctioned work, you may have to pay a fine, which could impact your future ... a thin layer to repair cracked concrete. Resurfacing may be the best ...

Mix up the secret ingredient: cement paint. Cement paint is made by mixing pure Portland cement with clear, cold water. (Add enough water to make a mix that has the consistency of warm gravy.) If the ...

Researchers have made stronger, more durable concrete using a surprising ingredient: scrap carpet fibers. RMIT University in ...

Tell me, how many ways can you think of to patch a foundation crack? Here are a few: –Get a tube of concrete crack caulk at a local hardware store. –Purchase a small tub of pre-mixed concrete ...

The proposed method combines monocular vision and fractal theory to detect underwater concrete cracks, enhancing image ...

Numerous stress cracks clearly visible on the concrete walls above the sidewalks on the seven-year-old Harrison Avenue Bridge ...