Construction

Dr Ghanim Kashwani, an Academic Researcher in Civil Engineering at the New York University Abu Dhabi, speaks to DC Hub about the importance of ensuring...

A cost effective, more sustainable approach to transparent wood is a step closer, say researchers Researchers say they have found an easier and faster method...

The importance of exoskeletons in construction Construction suffers from a high rate of injury onsite - exoskeletons could help reduce workplace accidents and cut the...

Aerogel insulation for sustainable and heritage buildings Aerogel use could expand in buildings and construction, with it being used as a robust, high-performance thermal insulation...

The application of nanotechnology in construction Nanotechnology is a promising hi-tech invention for the construction sector that will improve durability and enhance the industry’s performance...

Technology use and digitalisation in construction was forced upon the industry in 2020. Was it the catalyst that will see real growth construction technology? Technology...

BIM is an essential part of many construction projects and a crucial element of digital transformations within the sector, but can introduce a number of...

Data is the lifeline of a digitalised construction industry, touching all aspects of a project timeline, from planning and procurement through handover, and should they...

A goal for technology use in construction is to make processes more efficient, predictable and to ensure budgets can be met and the job delivered...

Covid-19 is ushering in an era where technology will become more strategic in construction, both in company use and the way people consider investments.

Machine learning-enabled AI solutions are now being used more widely in the construction sector and faster than what most of us had imagined. This panel...

Whilst laser scanning is relatively risk free, it is important to plan its use and understand how to get the best from it, particularly as...