Researchers were inspired by the body of a shark to produce a kind of resistant concrete

Inspired by the complex structure of shark scales, researchers have succeeded in inventing a new type of concrete with much higher resistance to cracking. This innovative achievement can create a huge transformation in the construction industry.

According to the scientific news department of Tekna Technology Media, concrete is known as one of the most widely used construction materials, but with the passage of time and under the influence of environmental factors, it is prone to cracking. Cracking in concrete can weaken the structure and reduce its useful life. Inspired by nature, a Princeton University research team has developed a method in which concrete is made much more resistant to cracking by modeling the structure of shark scales. In this method, using 3D printing technology and robotics, concrete strands are placed together in a complex and spiral manner to create a DNA-like structure. This complex structure makes the cracks not propagate easily in concrete and as a result, its resistance increases significantly.

Compared to conventional concrete, this new concrete has a much higher resistance to cracking, which increases the lifespan of the structure. The researchers designed this concrete based on the study of natural structures, which shows that nature is the best engineer. Also, the use of 3D printing and robotics technologies allows the production of concrete with high precision and complexity. Researchers believe that the complex and spiral structure of this concrete creates different mechanisms to resist cracking. These mechanisms include prevention of crack propagation, locking of fractured surfaces and deflection of crack paths.

This innovative achievement can create a huge revolution in the construction industry and help build structures that are more durable, safer and more resistant to earthquakes and other natural disasters. Also, this technology can be used in the construction of bridges, dams and other large structures. Inspired by nature, researchers have succeeded in producing concrete with much higher resistance to cracking. This achievement could revolutionize the future of the construction industry and help build more durable and safer structures.