World’s First: Giant Shaking Table Tests if 3D-Printed Homes Can Survive Earthquakes With the popularity of 3D-printed homes rising, University of Bristol scientists are using the UK’s largest earthquake simulator to test the resilience of these innovative structures. This groundbreaking research aims to revolutionize the construction industry by ensuring that 3D-printed homes can withstand the […]
‘Superwood’: US firm creates timber 10 times tougher than steel, resists water, fire
“Superwood”: US Firm Revolutionizes Construction Industry with Timber Stronger than Steel A biotech startup from the U.S. is aiming to reshape the construction industry with the development of a groundbreaking material known as “Superwood.” This innovative product is not your typical timber; it is engineered to be ten times tougher than steel while also possessing […]
Self-repairing buildings? Engineers make living concrete in construction breakthrough
Self-Repairing Buildings? Engineers Make Living Concrete in Construction Breakthrough A team of researchers has developed a living building material composed of fungal mycelium and bacteria that could revolutionize the construction industry as we know it. This innovative approach to creating self-repairing buildings has the potential to significantly reduce maintenance costs and increase the lifespan of […]