Researchers found a simple way to make concrete 560% stronger
Researchers have developed a new type of hollow concrete that is 5.6 times stronger than traditional concrete. The design is inspired by human bones, which have a honeycomb-like structure that makes them resilient to cracks and breaks. The new concrete has hollow tubular structures within it. When cracks form, they are stopped at the tubes […]
Switched on for the first time the largest wind turbine in history: an unexpected effect and 500,000 ft²
China has commissioned the world’s largest wind turbine, with a capacity of 20MW. It is located off the coast of Hainan province in the South China Sea. The turbine was built by Mingyang Smart Energy and covers an unprecedented area of 500,000 square feet. Its three blades have a rotor diameter of 260-292 meters, much […]
Europeans make diplomatic push amid deteriorating relations with Iran
Relations between the EU and Iran are at their lowest point ever according to an EU official. Outgoing European Council President Charles Michel met with Iran’s new President Masoud Pezeshkian to discuss the strained relations. Michel reiterated EU concerns about Iran delivering weapons to Russia, destabilizing actions through proxies, detained EU citizens, its nuclear program, […]