Glow in the dark cement

Currently under development in Mexico’s Michoacan’s University of San Nicolas Hidalgo (MSNH) is a new kind of glow-in-the-dark, solar powered cement that is able to absorb solar energy and then radiate it back into the night sky in the form of light. From footpaths to highways, it could have some very interesting applications.

Typically, cement is a fairly dull material. A binder that when mixed with water begins to form a gel. Along with this comes an undesirable by-product of crystal-like flakes. For the research team, modifying the micro-structure of cement allows it to form a more pure gel. Along with this, the improved gel composition is able to absorb solar energy during the day and emit it back for up to 12 hours during the night.

The composition of this type of cement is:

sand+slick+industrial waste +alkali+water

High temperatures are not required for the reaction between these materials.

After the reaction is complete, a gel is formed. Additives are added during manufacture to give it phosphorus properties, and it is mostly two colors, blue and green.

Where is it used :

1. The roads.

2. The swimming pool.

3.The corridors.

4. For the beauty of the interior of buildings.

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