Northumbria University and an international team are developing a concrete that incorporates innovative 3D fibre reinforcement , which could save lives in disaster situations . Early studies by Northumbria 's Dr Alan Richardson have produced a concrete that is 78 % more effective at maintaining structural integrity against shock waves , meaning that less stress is expressed in the event of explosive damage to the concrete . It's increased strength would also mean less concrete was required, allowing for the construction of smaller and more visually appealing structures. Richardson has worked with Ahmedabad University in India , as well as the University of Victoria in Canada on the project , and now hopes to reach an operational stage by working with industry via a Knowledge Transfer Partnership .
Northumbria University and an international team are developing a concrete that incorporates innovative 3D fibre reinforcement , which could save lives in disaster situations . Early studies by Northumbria 's Dr Alan Richardson have produced a concrete that is 78 % more effective at maintaining structural integrity against shock waves , meaning that less stress is expressed in the event of explosive damage to the concrete . Richardson has worked with Ahmedabad University in India , as well as the University of Victoria in Canada on the project , and now hopes to reach an operational stage by working with industry via a Knowledge Transfer Partnership .