Five ways retrofitting cities can help decarbonize our future
Australian cities are not equipped to deal with the shocks and stresses of the near future.
Nov 22, 2023
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Robotics
Humans vs. robots: Study compares 27 humanoid robots with humans to see who is superior
Science fiction films portray the idea relatively simply: the terminator—who either tries to destroy or rescue humanity—is such a perfect humanoid robot that in most cases it is superior to humans. But how well do humanoid ...
Nov 7, 2023
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Engineering
Toward sustainable construction: Preparing liquefied stabilized soil from construction sludge
The construction industry is a highly resource-intensive and polluting sector, with significant water consumption and notable contribution to environmental degradation. According to a survey conducted by the Ministry of Land, ...
Nov 1, 2023
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Engineering
A cellulose-based thickener to reduce environmental risks of liquefied stabilized soil
In many regions across the globe, rapid economic growth has increased the industrial waste generated from construction sites. The environmentally responsible disposal of this waste is a challenge. However, governments are ...
Oct 5, 2023
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Waste sand could be saved from landfill with new form of concrete
Up to 100 million tons of waste foundry sand could be averted from landfill worldwide and used to make a new form of concrete, research shows.
Sep 21, 2023
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Biochar-infused concrete: A green solution for corporate sustainability
Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from human activities are the primary drivers of climate change and rising global temperatures. Among the many anthropogenic activities resulting in CO2 emissions, those undertaken by the construction ...
Sep 7, 2023
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Energy & Green Tech
Pulverized fuel ash: How we can recycle the dirty byproduct from coal-fired power stations
The ash from burning coal in coal-fired power stations lies in thousands of landfills around the world. This waste material, generally considered a hazard, is now being put to good use in the construction industry.
Sep 4, 2023
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Coffee grounds offer performance boost for concrete
Engineers in Australia have found a way of making stronger concrete with roasted used-coffee grounds, to give the drink-additive a "double shot" at life and reduce waste going to landfills.
Aug 22, 2023
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Robotically manufactured timber as a model for resource-efficient construction
As the world's population continues to grow, the construction industry faces the challenge of using fewer resources and switching to sustainable materials. Scientists from the Universities of Stuttgart and Freiburg are developing ...
Jul 21, 2023
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Engineering
House of moveable wooden walls promises a cheaper, greener alternative to 'knocking through'
University of Cambridge architects are inviting visitors to the London Design Biennale to experience a prototype home constructed with flexible wooden partition walls which can be shifted to meet the changing needs of residents. ...
Jun 1, 2023
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