Category: Engineering

EngineeringSustainability

South African Engineering Bodies Convene 2026 Symposium on Sustainable Development Solutions

The Engineering Council of South Africa and South African Institution of Civil Engineering will host a major sustainability symposium in March 2026. The event aims to address climate resilience, water security, and digital transformation in engineering. Over 300 delegates are expected to attend the two-day gathering in Sandton.

Major Engineering Symposium Focused on Sustainable Development

The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) and the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) will host a significant engineering symposium in March 2026, according to recent announcements. The event, scheduled for March 25-26 at the Galleria in Sandton, aims to strengthen engineering’s role in national and continental development through sustainable practices.

by Darren Holt
EngineeringInnovation

Nature-Inspired Engineering Breakthrough Creates Cement 17 Times Tougher

Researchers have developed a groundbreaking cement composite inspired by oyster shells that demonstrates 17 times greater toughness than conventional cement. The bio-inspired material maintains strength while dramatically improving crack resistance through microscopic hexagonal patterning.

Revolutionary Cement Design Mimics Nature’s Masterpiece

Engineering researchers have reportedly achieved a major breakthrough in construction materials science by developing a cement composite that demonstrates 17 times greater toughness than conventional cement. According to reports from Princeton University’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, the innovation draws inspiration from the remarkable properties of nacre, the iridescent material lining oyster shells commonly known as mother of pearl.

by Natalie Brooks