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Ever get the feeling you are living in the future? Construction materials are becoming increasingly advanced and sophisticated, presenting futuristic visions of buildings made from almost alien components. With 2017 fast approaching, WorldBuild365 showcases four building materials to watch out for over the next year and beyond. Shotcrete: Shock-proof concrete A team of researchers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has developed a unique type of conductive concrete that could prove a game changer. The brainchild of Professors Chris Tuan and Lim Nguyen, Shotcrete works by absorbing and reflecting either man-made or naturally occurring electromagnetic waves. Professors Chris Tuan and Lim Nguyen (Image: © University of Nebraska-Lincoln). Standard concrete aggregates were thrown out during the research process. Replacing them was a secret ingredient: magnetite. This mineral has magnetic properties that soak up microwaves like a sponge. Ca

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