Q: I want to build a house that is very efficient and strong to withstand tornadoes. I prefer one made with concrete because the resource is so abundant. How good are foam-block houses filled with ...

Q:I want to build a house which is efficient and strong to withstand tornadoes. I prefer one made with concrete because the resource is so abundant. How good are foam block houses filled with concrete ...

The construction industry is highly unsustainable. In fact, 7% of global CO2 emissions result from cement production alone. In an effort to cut down construction-related carbon emissions, researchers ...

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Extensive laboratory testing and data analyses reveal that the oil and gas industry can reliably estimate foamed-cement sample compressive strength, if the design engineer knows the compressive ...

Calcium phosphate cements (CPC) have long been available for repairing bone problems caused by disease or accidents; however, recently published research reveals that French scientists just ...