The unique expertise and experience of the Saxon state capital in carbon concrete research could be used for the construction of a new Carola Bridge in Dresden. This material has already proven itself in bridge construction and would also be ideal for the Elbe crossing, according to Professor Manfred Curbach from the Institute of Solid Construction at the Technical University of Dresden.
First references for building material of the future
The "Cube", the world's first carbon concrete building, is already standing in Dresden, as is a sports hall, the first public building - with a ceiling spanning 19 meters. "The use of carbon as a reinforcement material would have great appeal," said Curbach. The material consists of concrete and a reinforcement of carbon fibers in the form of mats and rods. The carbon does not rust. "Carbon is completely inert and has no desire to bond with any material."
The concrete normally used in carbon construction is therefore a high-strength material with far fewer pores than conventional concretes. Its chemical resistance is therefore much higher and carbon concrete also has many advantages in terms of durability.
