Tema: Construction materials

Self-repairing concrete

The use of concrete as a construction element takes us back to the Roman Empire – many of their buildings still stand today – however this material began to be used in the way with which we are familiar today, from the 19th century onwards. From its first use, humans have investigated the way of perfecting its characteristics through testing, additives, different application methods and combining it with other materials. This evolution, however, has not been able to stop the deterioration of concrete structures that are subjected to environmental agents, earth movements and all kinds of wear; with high repair [...]

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