Technology: Page 72
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Report: How to balance design, health and tech considerations in LED streetlighting applications
The building design community continues to weigh the technical issues and design opportunities posed by this still-new lighting technology.
By Tim King • April 5, 2017 -
Researchers test heated pavement tech at IA airport
The Iowa State University team aims to improve airport safety and reduce delays caused by snow and ice.
By Emily Peiffer • April 5, 2017 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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As construction technology continues to evolve, here’s what savvy contractors need to know.
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Milwaukee Bucks choose smart building partner for $524M arena
Johnson Controls will work with contractors to improve the venue's energy efficiency and security through building automation, lighting and other features.
By Emily Peiffer • April 5, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Power play: How construction companies can capitalize on the renewable energy sector
Mortenson is one contractor that has successfully taken advantage of the burgeoning wind, solar and energy storage markets.
By Kim Slowey • April 4, 2017 -
Procore unveils Construction OS project data platform
The cloud-based construction management company aims to integrate and store all project information in one place.
By Emily Peiffer • March 29, 2017 -
Brookfield asks 4 architecture firms to create office of the future
Given a budget but no client, the architects were tasked with designing a workspace that considered contemporary work styles and technology.
By Hallie Busta • March 29, 2017 -
PlanIT Impact launches cloud-based building-performance assessment tool
The initiative makes public data available for energy modeling while opening the cost and resource consumption software to more users.
By Hallie Busta • March 29, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Q&A: Former Autodesk CEO Carol Bartz on the past, present and future of construction tech
As the AEC software giant grows and the industry embraces mobile, smaller third-party providers will continue to play a critical role.
By Hallie Busta • March 29, 2017 -
Lennar plans 180 homes in solar-powered master-planned community
Located in southwest Florida, Babcock Ranch will be powered by an onsite, 443-acre photovoltaic system.
By Mary Tyler March • March 28, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Drones in construction: Everything you need to know
From legal considerations to companies taking off in the space, we rounded up all the drone-related resources a construction company might need.
By Construction Dive Staff • March 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
5 steps to adding drones to construction operations
Before a company can take flight, it must consider several factors to mitigate risk and ensure optimal performance of its UAV program.
By Emily Peiffer • March 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
18 drone companies taking off in construction
These firms are providing the hardware and software shaping the job site.
By Chris Wood • March 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Drone law: How new rules and evolving tech are changing the path of UAVs in construction
The Federal Aviation Administration's final rules for small commercial drones will likely pave the way for additional rulemaking and a more streamlined use process.
By Hallie Busta • March 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
From liftoff to landing: Drones by the numbers
Here are the facts and figures you need to know when it comes to drone use in the construction industry.
By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta , Mary Tyler March • March 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Top trends shaping drone use on the job site
As UAVs become a more integral part of the construction industry, companies are finding ways to lower costs and improve efficiency.
By Mary Tyler March • March 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Learning to fly: A primer on drones in construction
From getting licensed to crunching aerial imagery data, here’s everything you need to know about UAVs in the AEC industry.
By Chris Wood • March 27, 2017 -
FAA: Commercial drones in use could soar to 1.6M by 2021
Out of all industries, the construction and industrial sector has a 26% share of current commercial drone uses, second only to aerial photography.
By Kim Slowey • March 23, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Wired up: CA electrical engineer selectively plugs into job site tech
For one small business, project management and mobile tools score high, but paper prevails when it comes to keeping track of project details.
By Chris Wood • March 22, 2017 -
Minnesota DOT leveraging vibration data to monitor bridge defects
The smart bridge sensors track how the structures bend and shift from the effects of traffic, wind and temperature fluctuations.
By Chris Wood • March 22, 2017 -
Caterpillar plows deeper into 3-D printing market with new partnership
The three-year deal with FIT AG will explore the boundaries of additive manufacturing in the heavy equipment space.
By Chris Wood • March 22, 2017 -
Nanoparticle 3-D printing imitates natural construction patterns
The technology could be a springboard for reducing waste by developing smaller, lightweight materials.
By Chris Wood • March 22, 2017 -
GA tests smart highway technology on I-85
The nation's transportation system is getting smarter as new technologies are used for road data collection and self-driving vehicles.
By Chris Wood • March 22, 2017 -
FHWA exploring augmented reality for road construction
The Federal Highway Administration wants to find out how the technology can improve quality assurance and communication.
By Chris Wood • March 15, 2017 -
John Deere, Kespry announce drone alliance
Heavy equipment manufacturers and drone startups are partnering to create clear paths to the market.
By Chris Wood • March 15, 2017 -
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OR proposes initiative to build seismic-resilient government buildings
A state agency hopes an earthquake-proof structure could ensure continuity of government in the event of a natural disaster.
By Chris Wood • March 15, 2017