This 3D-printed, carbon-absorbing bridge is inspired by bones

Researchers are using an unusual design to enhance the sustainability of concrete, with a carbon-absorbing material and ...
Rochester Institute of Technology

Researchers discover solutions to build stronger bridges

Aging infrastructure is a major issue in the U.S. with nearly 50 percent of bridges considered in poor condition—nearly 12 percent are over 80 years old; 42 percent are over 50. Many have high volumes ...
WESA

Big beams on the go: the journey to build the Commercial St. Bridge

The big green beam that arrived was part of a delta frame — steel triangles that support the top girders to form the steel supports of the bridge. Surrounded by a motorcade, an oversized truck ...
Roads and Bridges

Building Resilient Infrastructure

Roadways and airfields that maintain their structural integrity during a flooding event will help preserve evacuation routes ...
WVXU

Meet 4 workers who helped build the Brent Spence Bridge

WVXU's Round the Corner series takes you into the heart of Greater Cincinnati's communities. This time, we're getting to know Covington and the communities around the Brent Spence Bridge. More than 60 ...
Interesting Engineering

Fewer people, more machines: Who will build the bridges of tomorrow?Fewer people, more machines: Who will build the bridges of tomorrow?Fewer people, more machi…

Can machines fill the civil engineering gap? The bridge-building sector is testing the limits of automation as retirements ...