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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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Offsite vs. Onsite Construction Part 2

Civil + Structural Engineer

The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method.

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Housing the Future within the Past: The Transformation of University Hall at the University of Alabama

Civil + Structural Engineer

The facility is part of the rebuild of a hospital built in 1938, which was demolished down to the concrete structure and rebuilt. The entire 100,000 square foot renovation project was focused on transforming the existing historic University Hall campus building into a new home for the College of Continuing Studies.

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5 hidden benefits of mass timber design

BDC Network

5 hidden benefits of mass timber design 0 qpurcell Mon, 06/10/2024 - 12:05 Mass Timber Mass timber is a materials and design approach that holds immense potential to transform the future of the commercial building industry, as well as our environment. By leveraging its fire-resistant nature, CLT can be safely employed in taller structures.

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Designing Dreams: Artistry in Construction and Renovation

CCR Magazine

The world of construction and renovation is where imagination meets reality, transforming mere structures into dream homes and functional spaces. Whether you’re building from scratch or breathing new life into an old property, the process combines artistry, science, and a deep understanding of human needs.

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Structural Lightweight Concrete: A Game-Changer for Longevity and Sustainability in Bridge Deck Repairs

Civil + Structural Engineer

Yet, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers’ (ASCE) 2021 Infrastructure Report Card, 42 percent of all bridges in the United States are at least 50 years old, out of which, about 4600 of them are considered structurally deficient. Structural lightweight concrete (SLC) sidelines these issues. What is ESCS?

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5 ways mass timber will reshape the design of life sciences facilities

BDC Network

rcassidy Tue, 01/02/2024 - 14:16 John Sullivan, AIA A new study by a collaboration of design, engineering, and construction firms describes cost-effective strategies for building laboratories and science+technology facilities using mass timber. Here are five reasons why.