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Oscar Barton, Jr., Ph.D., Honored for Outstanding Contributions in Engineering Education at ASME Foundation Gala

Civil + Structural Engineer

School of Engineering, an ASME Fellow, and a member of the ASME Foundation board of directors. In addition, the Foundation announced it has established the Dr. Oscar Barton, Jr., The author of more than 60 journal and conference articles, Barton is a national leader in academic engineering program assessments. Mitchell, Jr.,

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The Foundations of a Smart City

Civil + Structural Engineer

These early projects provided insight into the foundations of supporting smart cities development. According to Huijbregts, these insights led to the development of a more rounded foundation known as the four pillars of smart cities, which is centered on “outcomes and people.”

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How unpiloted systems are changing the landscape for civil and structural engineers

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Josh Rayburn Unpiloted systems continue transforming civil and structural engineering by improving efficiency, accuracy, and safety while empowering civil and structural engineers to control costs. Modern unpiloted systems include robotics with sensors that can be deployed on a schedule and a specific path.

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Gutter Cleaning: Essential Maintenance for Preventing Water Damage

CCR Magazine

Without regular gutter cleaning , this blockage can lead to significant structural damage, from foundation cracks to roof leaks, costing you thousands in repairs. Why Gutter Cleaning Is Essential Gutters are designed to channel rainwater away from your home or business’s foundation. This can lead to several serious problems.

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Basement Waterproofing: Long-Term Savings Strategy

CCR Magazine

Water seepage into basements is a common problem that can lead to mold, mildew, rotting, and foundation damage if left unaddressed. In this article, we will explore the financial benefits you can gain from waterproofing your basement and how it is an investment that pays off over time.

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Utilizing Drones for Enhanced Monitoring and Management in Construction

PN - Project Management

Similarly, they can track earthworks and foundation placements with a level of detail that would be impossible to achieve manually. AI-powered drones and autonomous systems are on the horizon, promising even more efficient and sophisticated monitoring capabilities. Please report any errors in the article to the website owners.

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Mastering blindside waterproofing: A proactive, integrated approach

Construction Specifier

In this article, the authors highlight their experience with certain design decisions, site conditions, construction methodologies/materials, and service penetration configurations which are often disjointed variables that continue to be common sources of blindside waterproofing surprises. Schofield, PE, Sam S. Zalok, PE, and John N.