May
Controlling induced seismicity triggered by geothermal wells
A recently published study suggests that induced seismicity caused by geothermal wells can be controlled.
April
Fluid viscosity impact on earthquake's intensity
According to a research conducted by a PhD candidate at EPFL, the viscosity of fluids affects the intensity of earthquakes.
April
According to British and French scientists, cob, an ancient building material, can be re-produced with current standards in order to be utilized for structural facilities.
February
Improving concrete's fire resistance with tire fibers
In a new study, researchers have developed a method to improve concrete's performance when subjected to fire using recycled fibers from tires.
February
Deep roads to alleviate traffic and reduce pollution
A new study presents an alternative road construction idea to reduce pollution and congestion in urban environments.
February
New lightweight material has the strength of titanium
Researchers have developed a sheet of nickel with nanoscale pores that has the strength of titanium but is 4-5 times lighter.
February
New method to evaluate building safety after seismic events
Researchers from EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) in Switzerland have found a bran-new method to determine whether a building is safe after an earthquake.
