Microspheres can improve concrete's mechanical properties
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Researchers have developed micron-sized calcium silicate spheres that could increase concrete's strength and reduce its environmental footprint.
The restoration of the historic Iron Bridge
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The restoration of the historic Iron Bridge, a symbol of the Industrial Revolution, is about to finish.
Opal Tower in Sydney evacuated: Fear of collapse
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The 36-story Opal Tower, located in Sydney's Olympic Park, was evacuated on Christmas Eve after reports for severe cracking.
Unprecedented cold weather may have triggered "Frost quakes" in Chicago
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Freezing cold in Chicago may have caused shaking related to cracking action in frozen ground.
School building collapse in Nigeria: At least 9 people dead
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On Wednesday, March 13, 2019, a 3-story building collapsed in Lagos, the largest city of Nigeria, causing the death of at least 9 people.
Australia changes construction regulations after Opal Tower's cracking
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New South Wales's state of Australia is about to drastically change its construction laws after the severe cracking of Opal Tower located in Sydney.
