We are excited to announce that the Bengt F. Friberg Award for Outstanding Paper by a Young Author has been awarded to Mason Smetana and Igor Sukharev, both PhD. students […]
The 13th International Conference on Concrete Pavements, held from August 25-29 in Minneapolis, has recognized outstanding student research with the B. Frank McCullough Award for Best Student Poster. This year’s
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has taken a significant step in endorsing the technical credibility and reliability of interlocking concrete pavements with the release of
AASHTO Releases New Guide on Interlocking Concrete Pavements Read More »
Mark your calendars for an exciting opportunity to experience the latest in Roller-Compacted Concrete (RCC) pavement technology at the RCC Site Visit and Production & Placement Demonstration in Tampa, Florida.
RCC Site Visit and Production Demonstration to Take Place in Tampa, FL Read More »
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Each month, or every other month, a student will provide a 1-page illustrated abstract of the research they are currently conducting. This is a wonderful opportunity for the student, for our International
“STUDENT RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT” August 2024 Read More »
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) along with the National Road Research Alliance, has launched a pioneering study to explore alternative concrete paving mixtures aimed at reducing the global warming
MnDOT Investigates Low GWP Concrete for Sustainable Paving Read More »
The Directorate of Public Works (DPW), in collaboration with the Cement Council of Texas (CCT), hosted the Roller-Compacted Concrete (RCC) Engineer Learning Professional Development Symposium on June 23, 2024. The
Fort Cavazos Celebrates 40-Year-Old Roller-Compacted Concrete Read More »
The Australian Society for Concrete Pavements (ASCP) National Executive has established an ‘Innovation Fund’ for the purpose of facilitating the advancement of knowledge and technology related to concrete pavements through education,
ASCP launches Innovation Fund Read More »
Concrete, a cornerstone of modern construction, must withstand diverse environmental stresses to ensure long-term durability. While traditional measures like compressive strength provide initial quality control, they do not fully predict
Formation Factor: The Key to Assessing Concrete Durability Read More »
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Each month, or every other month, a student will provide a 1-page illustrated abstract of the research they are currently conducting. This is a wonderful opportunity for the student, for our International
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Extreme heat is the deadliest natural hazard in the United States, and its impact is felt most acutely in urban areas. Cities, where vast expanses of pavement absorb and retain
Reflective Pavements: A Vital Solution to Combat Extreme Heat in Cities Read More »
The evolving climate is increasingly impacting road infrastructure, necessitating a focus on resilience and risk management, according to experts at the recent 2024 National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) conference
Climate Change Forces Highway Construction to Adapt Read More »
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a groundbreaking technology that could revolutionize energy storage by turning concrete into a giant battery writes Tom Ough for the
MIT Researchers Transform Concrete into Powerful Energy-Storing Supercapacitors Read More »
When it comes to building highway pavements in Texas, continuously reinforced concrete pavements (CRCP) stand out as the preferred choice due to their remarkable durability and minimal maintenance requirements writes
CRCP: The First Choice for Texas Highway Pavements Read More »
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Each month, or every other month, a student will provide a 1-page illustrated abstract of the research they are currently conducting. This is a wonderful opportunity for the student, for our International
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MIT’s Electron-conductive Cement-based Materials Hub (EC3 Hub) has entered a five-year research agreement with Aizawa Concrete Corp., aiming to explore multifunctional applications of concrete in infrastructure writes Andrew Paul Laurent
MIT EC^3 Hub Partners with Japanese Industry to Advance Conductive Concrete Research Read More »
The ambitious initiative to revamp Interstate 10 (I-10) continues to unfold with the ongoing Desert Rehab Project, signaling a concerted effort by Caltrans District 8 to enhance crucial transportation infrastructure
Desert Rehab Project Advancing Interstate 10 Pavement Upgrades Read More »
In a groundbreaking development, scientists have discovered a novel method to sequester greenhouse gases using construction waste, potentially revolutionizing carbon capture efforts, writes Darren Orf for Popular Mechanics. This innovative
A New Use for Old Concrete Could Revolutionize Carbon Capture Read More »
In a bid to combat the perennial issue of potholes and pavement deterioration, the city officials of Minneapolis have rolled out a pioneering Concrete Street Rehabilitation Program, showcases the International
Minneapolis Implements Innovative Concrete Street Rehabilitation Program Read More »
Recent data released by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) reveals a significant uptick in traffic volume across the United States in 2023, writes Roads&Bridges. According to the FHWA’s findings, travel
U.S. Traffic Volume Surges in 2023, Reaching Record High Read More »
