Specialists from Perm National Research Polytechnic University have improved the method of producing "luminescent" concrete. Thanks to their work, the material began to glow brighter and retain its properties longer.
Luminous concrete is an innovative building material that is becoming increasingly popular due to its unique characteristics.
This concrete contains a photoluminescent pigment that absorbs solar energy during the day and emits light at night. This opens up new opportunities for designers, allowing them to create original lighting for building facades, sidewalks, gardens, and even interiors.
However, despite its attractiveness, luminous concrete must be strong and resistant to external influences in order to maintain its properties for a long time.
Specialists have created a unique method for introducing a photoluminescent dye into the concrete mixture. This allows maintaining high light-emitting characteristics and mechanical properties of the material.
The essence of the method is to mix crushed tempered glass with a dye. This ensures the durability of the glow and prevents the deterioration of the concrete properties.
Previously, at the Don State Technical University, they improved concrete with the help of nanodiamonds. The compressive and flexural strength of the material increased by more than 28% after two days and more than 15% after 28 days. This discovery has great practical importance for the construction industry.
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