Old trees are learning new tricks with the advent of composite materials. A "green composite" made from biodegradable ...

The use of lightweight concrete with expanded clay has increased as an alternative for reducing the self-weight of structures. Consequently, techniques that facilitate the analysis of the mechanical ...

Indie game developer Happy Volcano and publisher Astra Logical dropped an updated demo for Modulus while confirming the game's Early Access release date. First up, the updated demo is on Steam as we ...

This article describes the development and validation of a linear viscoelastic model 2S2P1D for silty sand mixed with 16% asphalt emulsion. Experimental data from creep tests were employed to propose ...

ABSTRACT: The present study focuses on the formulation of new composite consisting of plaster and raffia vinifera particle (RVP) with the purpose to reducing energy consumption. The aim of this study ...

In Session 6 of the KLA Instruments Indentation University series, we provide some background on shale properties, and discuss and demonstrate the experimental method of ISO 14577 hardness testing and ...

In Session 3 of the KLA Instruments Indentation University, we walk you through the theory of basic instrumented indentation (nanoindentation), with special attention paid to the Oliver-Pharr ...

These assessments, which tell you which foods to avoid, are becoming increasingly popular. Here’s what the experts want you to know. By Alice Callahan Food is one of life’s pleasures, but it can also ...