Reinforced glass beams could revolutionize construction, withstand long-term loads.
A new idea was developed to make glass beams stronger for holding heavy loads for a long time. In the past, combining steel with glass to make sturdier beams did not work well over a long period because the glass would weaken. The new plan is to mix regular and super-strong glass together in a specific way. The strong glass will handle the weight for a long time, while the weaker glass will handle short-term stress. By balancing the two types of glass, the beams can stay strong even under pressure over time. This could be a helpful way to improve the strength of materials used in constructions like buildings and bridges.