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  2. Ferrocement - Wikipedia

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    Ferrocement or ferro-cement [1] is a system of construction using reinforced mortar [2] or plaster (lime or cement, sand, and water) applied over an "armature" of metal mesh, woven, expanded metal, or metal-fibers, and closely spaced thin steel rods such as rebar. The metal commonly used is iron or some type of steel, and the mesh is made with ...

  3. Concrete ship - Wikipedia

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    Concrete ships are built primarily with ferrocement (reinforced concrete) hulls, reinforced with steel bars. [1] This contrasts against more traditional materials, such as pure steel or wood. The advantage of ferrocement construction is that materials are cheap and readily available, while the disadvantages are that construction labor costs are ...

  4. What's the Actual Difference Between Cement and Concrete? - AOL

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    Nationwide, the cost of concrete is between $140 to $170 per cubic yard, according to Concrete Network, which connects homeowners with contractors. Average ready-mix prices are about $157 per ...

  5. Reinforced concrete - Wikipedia

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    Concrete spalling from the ceiling of an office unit (interior) in Singapore, possibly due to rebar corrosion. Reinforced concrete can fail due to inadequate strength, leading to mechanical failure, or due to a reduction in its durability. Corrosion and freeze/thaw cycles may damage poorly designed or constructed reinforced concrete.

  6. Types of concrete - Wikipedia

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    Stamped concrete is an architectural concrete that has a superior surface finish. After a concrete floor has been laid, floor hardeners (can be pigmented) are impregnated on the surface and a mold that may be textured to replicate a stone / brick or even wood is stamped on to give an attractive textured surface finish.

  7. Boat building - Wikipedia

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    First developed in the mid-19th century in both France and Holland, ferrocement was also used for the D-Day Mulberry harbours. After a buzz of excitement among homebuilders in the 1960s, ferro building has since declined. Ferrocement is a relatively cheap method to produce a hull, although unsuitable for commercial mass production.

  8. Binishell - Wikipedia

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    An external view of the main entrance to the Binishell complex of the Killarney Heights Public School. The Binishell at the Monash University Gippsland Campus.. Binishells are reinforced concrete thin-shell structures that are lifted and shaped by air pressure.

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    The death of a partner can take a serious toll on the surviving spouse's well-being. Experts suggest ways people can protect their health.

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