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Roman vs. Modern Concrete: Tradeoffs and Techniques

Practical Engineering · Explainer · 10 min · 2018 · YouTube title: Was Roman Concrete Better?
Why it's here

HN recommends it as a clear, balanced answer to claims that Roman concrete was better than ours.

What it covers

Practical Engineering compares modern concrete with that of the Roman Empire, covering modern techniques like roller compacted concrete and water-reducing admixtures. It explains the tradeoffs of Roman construction versus reinforced concrete.