|
| Andhra Pradesh ~ India ~ International ~ City ~ Entertainment ~ Business ~ Bullion ~ Forex ~ Sports ~ Technology ~ Health ~ Features |
|
Home
/ Technology News / 2008 / April 2008 / April 15, 2008 Scientists unveil glue that makes concrete stronger |
Ancient pterodactyl inspires Indian origin scientist to design robotic aircraft
Wolves as good as dogs, when it comes to reading human cues
Men who view women traditionally earn more than those who dont
Cutting calories in early adulthood can limit muscle loss in aging adults
Praja Rajyam Party tour programme announced
BSF-Pakistan rangers meet in Lahore to combat rise in militant activities
McCain saw White House from a cell in Hanoi
Everything you ever wanted to know about sex but were afraid to ask
Sify Technologies wins brandon hall excellence in learning award for third consecutive year
Tendulkar, Team India to bat for children health and safety on Oct. 15
Researchers at the University of Florida say that they have developed a new kind of glue, which can boost the concrete mixs ability to bind the components tightly.
London, April 15 : Researchers at the University of Florida say that they have developed a new kind of glue, which can boost the concrete mix's ability to bind the components tightly.
Bjorn Birgisson and Charles Beatty have revealed that the glue developed by them is a form of polyvinyl acetate.
They say that new glue works by slowing the propagation of any cracks, and making the concrete far more ductile.
It significant as it promises more time to take action when a concrete structure starts to crack, say the researchers.
According to New Scientist, the researchers further say that the additive also reduces the amount of shrinkage that concrete undergoes when it dries.
ANI
