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Placing AI Front and Center for Infrastructure Week

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Andrew Anagnost, President & CEO, Autodesk Critical investment in infrastructure is top of mind for governments and businesses; however, to be successful in building for the future, we need to unlock the potential of AI. At the same time, there is a rise in the private sector prioritizing infrastructure investment.

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The Foundations of a Smart City

Civil + Structural Engineer

Dr. Rick Huijbregts was at the forefront of the development of smart cities as a concept, spending a good portion of his career prior to Stantec working at Cisco. Huijbregts has spent much of his career developing the concept of smart cities for both municipalities and developers.

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Ken Harmon Bridges are integral to a country’s connectivity and development. 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.

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A Case (Study) for Off-Site Construction in Home Building

The Pro Builder

The approach also has the potential to help builders and developers achieve profitability with product that’s attainable for entry-level and first-time buyers—a badly underserved demographic with few options in many markets due to high land, materials, and labor costs and the long cycle times associated with on-site stick-built homes.

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Leading the Movement in Green Transportation: California High-Speed Rail

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Luke Carothers Carrying passengers between Los Angeles/Anaheim and San Francisco in under three hours, California High-Speed Rail is set to become the largest and most sustainable infrastructure project in the nation.

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Unlocking AECO Knowledge with GPT: Natural Language Queries for Document Management

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Dr. Jeff Chen, Director of Digital Transformation and George Broadbent, VP of Asset Management, Symetri A Mountain of Documents Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations (AECO) stands as one of the most document-intensive industries in the world.

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The Role of Accurate Planning in Commercial Construction

CCR Magazine

Both Waco and Dallas present opportunities for developers, but they also come with complexities. The Foundations of Accurate Planning Accurate planning begins with a thorough understanding of the construction site. By addressing these elements upfront, developers can prevent delays and budget overruns.