If humans are to make their abode on Mars, they will first have to bring Mars to their own planet. Such is the reasoning behind the Mars Science City, the most ambitious simulation of a Martian colony so far, which is to be rolled out in Dubai.
Smart windows, varying the amount of light coming through the glass, can now be produced economically
In the never-ending quest to minimize energy consumption, smart buildings have found an unexpected ally-pinecones and their structural peculiarities.
The new AI systems will allow to optimize construction processes, reduce costs and improve safety.
The innovative material, simply sprayed onto walls, can retrofit even older buildings to protect them against earthquakes.
This evolved version of concrete, whose development is being backed by ACCIONA, will enable there to be operations in some of the farthest-flung and most dangerous places in the world.
Structural corrosion of concrete is one of the main reasons for it breaking up when used in buildings. Detecting this is both very costly and damages the structure.
StarStream is a system that allows the cleaning of metal and glass surfaces, as well as organic fabrics, with just a gentle stream of cold water.
This improved steel will become the most durable, non-stick, non-corrosive material known to date.
A European project aimed at improving the monitoring, treatment, and recycling of building materials to reduce construction’s environmental impact.
Construction is already experimenting with augmented reality to look through architectural models or to breathe life into projects still in the drawing.
A group of scientists has devised a nanotechnology-based process to improve the resilience of concrete by using carrot and beet byproducts.
Scientists have developed a new 3D printing technique to produce cement structures that behave like some crustaceans and arthropods.
The technology will provide a faster and cheaper construction method for complex structures.
Thanks to the hematite ore, a new technique allows bricks to be used for electricity storage.
Tablets for isolated communities, low-cost incubators or portable hydropower plants for areas without access to electricity are some of the initiatives aiming to transform the world.
