Bridges with limb-inspired architecture can withstand earthquakes, cut repair costs
Using expert feedback, Texas A&M researchers quantify the benefits of their new bridge designCredit: Texas A&M University College of Engineering ...
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Concrete structure’s lifespan extended by a carbon textile
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Comparing the promise and reality of e-scooters
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UTA civil engineer leads study aimed at assisting state transportation departments
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Rice’s Haotian Wang wins Packard fellowship
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Climate change undermines the safety of buildings and infrastructure in Europe
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UTA civil engineer developing new concrete material that’s better for environment
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UC Davis Pavement Research Center receives $32 million interagency agreement from caltrans
Credit: Gregory Urquiaga, UC Davis The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has approved a $32 million interagency agreement to continue ...
World’s largest experiment shows shack fires move with devastating speed
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Climate change could mean fewer sunny days for hot regions banking on solar power
Credit: Image courtesy of Jun Yin, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology While solar power is a leading form ...
New climate model helps researchers better predict water needs
Credit: Mark Wallheiser/FAMU-FSU College of Engineering New research from the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering combines climate and land use projections ...
UTA research to provide real-time data on gas leaks
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UTA piloting transportation program that includes free rides, driverless cars
Credit: city of Arlington A team led by Sharareh (Sherri) Kermanshachi of The University of Texas at Arlington has received ...
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