Curing sounds simple: it is the maintenance of moisture and temperature conditions in freshly placed concrete to promote the hydration of cementitious materials. When done correctly, curing helps a ...

Concrete curing is the process of maintaining adequate moisture in concrete within a proper temperature range in order to aid cement hydration at early stages. This process is incredibly delicate, and ...

The principle of concrete maturity offers a non-destructive approach to estimate strength, crucial for timely decisions in ...

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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 ...

MODERN CIVILISATION is built on concrete and steel. Put the two together, though, and you can generate a problem. Reinforcing concrete with steel rods called rebars is the basis of modern construction ...

Concrete repairs on the Liberty Memorial Bridge were complete on Wednesday, but officials have not set a specific day the bridge will reopen. The bridge was closed Feb. 15 after inspectors determined ...