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vol.107 No.2 February 2022
Iron and Concrete
This special feature compares iron and concrete, focusing on advancements made in bridges. First is a discussion with Dr. Shoji Ikeda and Dr. Hiroshi Isohata on historical initiatives before and after WWII. Next is an expert look at technical turning points regarding the two materials between 1970 and 2020. A column explores repurposed bridges and showcases how old steel bridges see new uses again and again. Another column examines Gunkanjima, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the deterioration of reinforced concrete structures found there. Following these is a look at the latest trends in research and cases found overseas. Finally, this special feature includes an expert look at high-performance steel materials and long span bridge projects before concluding with a survey of the latest research involving concrete, including methods for solidifying concrete without the use of cement.
