In recent years, we've heard about efforts to replace some of the aggregate used in concrete with crumbled used tires. Now, however, scientists have succeeded in producing good quality concrete in ...

The yellow glow of sidewalks and patios in the dark of night may seem almost unnatural to some, but thanks to a new glowing aggregate product this effect is becoming more common in the concrete ...

Today, it seems as if we define civilization in terms of the small things, like decoded strands of DNA, splitting atoms and microscopic bumps on plastic compact discs. With a focus so fine, it's easy ...

Coal ash is the less notorious byproduct of coal-fired power plants. It’s the residual solid waste that comes from burning coal. While it doesn’t have the same deleterious reputation of its airborne ...

Researchers have identified water immersion as a practical and effective pretreatment method for recycled concrete aggregates (RCA), significantly improving both strength and durability in recycled ...