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Innovative Construction Materials

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Innovative Materials

Modern materials science has advanced noticeably in recent years. Today, there are truly revolutionary new building materials on the market. Innovative synthetic materials are being created building materials that are lighter, stronger, and more environmentally friendly than traditional materials. These advances stimulate new architecture, totally different from what we are used to and more environmentally friendly.

Transparent wood is quite flexible, as it contains natural cellulose. In order to achieve transparency, balsa wood is soaked in a special solution and then epoxy resin is added to the structure. Transparent wood or wooden glass can be used instead of traditional glass units or other elements in building structures that have to be transparent, but also durable, eco-friendly, and energy-efficient.

TRANSPARENT WOOD

Carbon fiber is 75% lighter than iron and 30% lighter than aluminium. It is used to reinforce traditional building materials to improve their strength as well as to reduce the thickness of panels and, accordingly, lower their weight. Carbon fibre reinforcement for concrete also provides excellent thermal insulation. The only disadvantage that restricts its widespread application is the high cost of the material.

CARBON FIBRE

LIQUID GRANITE

Artificial “liquid” stone is made of 70% marble chips and 30% special additives and decorative filler. Liquid granite is an eco-friendly material since it includes safe resins, natural marble chips, and mineral fillers. This composite material is often used in finishing works, for the manufacture or coating of individual structures or interior elements.

The biggest challenges

By addressing these challenges through responsible material sourcing, waste management, energy efficiency, habitat preservation, ethical business practices, and compliance with regulations, the construction industry can work towards more sustainable and environmentally conscious practices in the development and application of new materials.

How new materials could contribute to addressing these challenges

New materials play a pivotal role in addressing global challenges such as the climate crisis, public health, and water scarcity. By leveraging materials innovation, researchers can develop solutions that contribute to a more sustainable, healthier, and better world.