Roman concrete, also called opus caementicium, was used in construction in ancient Rome. Like its modern equivalent, Roman concrete was based on a hydraulic-setting cement added to an aggregate.

2 days ago · A construction site dating back nearly 2,000 years to the putative demise of Pompeii in 79 CE has revealed new evidence for the secret behind Ancient Rome's ultra-durable concrete.

Jan 6, 2023 · Researchers have spent decades trying to figure out the secret of this ultradurable ancient construction material, particularly in structures that endured especially harsh conditions, such as …

2 days ago · Pompeii construction site confirms recipe for Roman concrete Latest results from a recently discovered ancient Roman construction site confirm earlier findings.

2 days ago · Ancient Pompeii Construction Site Reveals the Real Secret of Rome’s Long-Lasting Concrete A recently excavated construction site in Pompeii dating back nearly 2,000 years has shed …

2 days ago · Lime granules trapped in ancient walls show Romans relied on a reactive hot-mix method to making concrete that could now inspire modern engineers

2 days ago · Roman concrete is pretty amazing stuff. It’s among the main reasons we know so much about Roman architecture today. So many structures built by the Romans still survive, in some form, …

May 19, 2025 · Researchers still puzzle over exactly how Roman concrete was made, but they have a few clues, including many of its ingredients and that it is self-healing when it rains.

17 hours ago · Scientists studying Roman concrete used 2,000 years ago to construct buildings, bridges, and other structures that possess a remarkable ability to last through the centuries have …

May 19, 2025 · Opus Caementicium, called Roman concrete, is a building material developed and widely used by ancient Romans, especially in marine environments. Influenced by Etruscan and …