Although lumber does show promise as a renewable alternative to structural materials such as steel and concrete, it still tends to be a bit weaker than those substances. Scientists have now set about ...

Steve Zinkle will speak on “Materials for Nuclear Power Applications” at noon Tuesday, Jan. 13, to Friends of ORNL. His talk is open to the public.

Thought LeadersProf. Bo ChenProfessor in MaterialsUniversity of Southampton Prof. Bo Chen, a Professor in Materials at the University of Southampton, UK, focuses on the structural integrity and ...

Shanghai, August 21, 2025 — Nuclear energy is widely recognized as one of the most promising clean energy sources for the future, but its safe and efficient use depends critically on the development ...

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) researchers have created a new carbon-negative building material that could transform sustainable construction. The breakthrough, published in the high-impact ...

A roof is one of the most critical components of any structure, serving as the primary barrier between the interior environment and the forces of nature. It shields occupants from rain, wind, heat, ...

Polymer matrix composites (PMCs) are made by reinforcing a polymer-based matrix with glass, carbon, or aramid fibers. PMCs are classified into thermosetting and thermoplastic resins based on the type ...

Nuclear power plants are exposed to high-energy radiation, which degrades materials over time. Particles and rays interact with critical components, particularly in the reactor core, leading to ...

The purpose of the event, which is organized by the Nuclear Energy Agency of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and hosted by CIEMAT, is to stimulate an exchange of information ...