Category: Bulletin
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The Many Faces of Modular Construction
Modular construction–offsite manufacturing of building units– is on the rise. It can provide affordable housing, but it can be applied to many other purposes as well. Here are my picks from recent modular construction news. Autovol: An Automated Volumetric Modular Factory Taking Shape Prefab Logic, in conjunction with Autovol™ ownership, is leading the development of…
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Autovol: An Automated Volumetric Modular Factory Taking Shape
Prefab Logic, in conjunction with Autovol™ ownership, is leading the development of a first-of-its-kind factory for volumetric modular construction that combines human and robotic functions. Autovol will produce large-scale multiunit housing and hotel complexes; complete with all wiring, plumbing, and final fixtures before they ship from factory to building site. Construction preparations at the Autovol…
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A Top-Notch Seminar on High Rise Architecture and Construction
High Rise – Northern Exposure provides a global overview of the latest trends in high rise architecture and construction tech. The event takes place in Otaniemi, Finland, on June 25, 2019. It’s organized by GDP 2019, Aalto University, and Glass Innovation Institute. Among the distinguished presenters are: Kimmo Lintula, Aalto University/K2S Keith Boswell, SOM ARCHITECTS…
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CEMEX Ventures Invests in Energy Vault Technology
CEMEX Ventures, the open innovation and Corporate Venture Capital unit of CEMEX, announced its investment in Energy Vault, an Idealab company that has developed a transformative technology to store energy. “Energy storage that enables power to be delivered for less than the cost of fossil fuels is critical as the world shifts away from its…
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3D Images Service for Construction Sites
Multivista has launched 3D Images as part of its suite of documentation services for the construction industry. Like its construction photo documentation service, Multivista will offer 3D Images as a full service and support both the data capture and the data management. The service will be powered by the Leica BLK3D, which is a handheld 3D imager…
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Helsinki’s Digital Twin Report Released
A report called The Kalasatama Digital Twins Project by the Helsinki 3D+ team details the process and the technologies that they used to create a digital twin of the Kalasatama district. I met with the city’s team in April 2019 and consequently wrote the article Helsinki is Building a Digital Twin of the City. Download…
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Picks from Construction IoT News
Internet of Things is a rapidly expanding technology that will have a fundamental impact on the built environment. Here are picks from articles in April/May 2019 representing the many aspects of IoT applications. IoT for Commercial Buildings: From Cost Reduction to Enhanced User Experience David H. Deans writes about a recent study by Berg Insight.…
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Construction, AI, and Machine Learning
Here is a selection of recent articles about potential uses of artificial intelligence and machine learning in the construction sector. Smart Construction, AI and Machine Learning This article by CIOReview outlines the following applications for artificial intelligence in construction: Prevention of cost overshoots and risk mitigation Better sequencing design Productive project planning and remote construction…
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Prefabricated Construction in the Headlines
Prefabrication and modular construction are one solution to the construction productivity conundrum. Here are some of the latest articles on the topic. Innovation to help builders do more with less The article asserts that the shortage of labor is the key driver of automation and prefabrication in the industry. Read the article by Josh Kulla…
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What Search Term Trends Reveal about Construction
ArchDaily, the world’s most visited architectural website published a new Trends Report today. The report shows trends that relate to construction, based on the search terms that the site’s visitors have used. These were the growth rates of certain search terms form 2017 to 2018: Construction site +378% Artificial intelligence +243% Off site +200% Automation…