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First potentially carbon-neutral asphalt replacement successfully trialed in Lancashire
- Jan, 22, 2024
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- United Kingdom
- Authored by: TheCivilEngineer.org
Aggregate Industries recently partnered with the Lancashire County Council and trialed a new carbon-neutral asphalt replacement solution on Lancashire’s M65 slip road. Furthermore, the milestone eve...
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Removing left turns to increase safety and reduce congestion on roads
Left turns are known to be hazardous and cause unnecessary traffic. A radical suggestion that is considered in cities involves reducing the number of left turns in order to increase safety and av...
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New pavement characteristics to improve truck's fuel consumption
According to a new study, certain modifications of road surfaces can lead to a significant reduction in fuel consumption of trucks. Pavement features are a crucial factor when it comes to fuel...
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Plan for $760 billion investment in U.S. infrastructure
A 5-year plan to invest $760 billion in United States infrastructure was revealed on January 29, 2020, by the House of Democrats. According to the proposal, an economic boost to U.S. infrastru...
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Noise barriers made of precast concrete
Precast concrete is utilized to build roadside barriers due to its beneficial effects. Noise produced from vehicles affects people’s life as it can impact work performance, sleep and increase...
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