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Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Unbreakable Bridges

A new bridge design replaces reinforced concrete columns and bars with steel tubes filled with concrete. The steel and concrete bind, creating strong yet supple columns For the bridge pier's footing, additional ...  > full story

Hurricane And Earthquake Resistant Nails

Geometry and mathematical calculations were used to design a next-generation nail for building homes that are twice as resistant to high winds and nearly 50 ...  > full story

How Safe Is This Bridge?

Engineers developed a spray or paint that coats bridges with carbon nanotubes, allowing inspectors to check for damages without depending on visual indications. The skin ...  > full story

Blue Jean Insulation

A medical center is insulating its walls with recycled blue jeans instead of fiberglass. The new construction material is more environmentally friendly, as fiberglass contains formaldehyde, which ...  > full story
 

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