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3D imaging technology is a crucial tool for engineers

3D imaging technology is a new field that engineers are exploring now, to have better and more detailed imaging of buildings and environments. They use a vast range of techniques as is LiDar, photogr...

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4 revolutionary energy storage solutions for sustainable constructions

One critical problem that scientists are facing and trying to solve is the inability to store and transport solar energy to be used when it’s truly needed. Scientists suggest that to address this cri...

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Australia: plans for the construction of the first 3D-printed social housing units

It is widely known how revolutionary is the technology of 3D-printing. More and more 3D-printed projects are going to be constructed around the world, while others have been already completed. A new...

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Tanzania: They plan to construct about 50 3D-earth printed buildings

Today, the construction industry is characterized by the continuously increasing use of 3D-printing technology. Therefore, 3D-printing technology has seen substantial advancements. Until recently, en...

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Zero-cement concrete will reduce the environmental impact in construction industry

Due to the climate crisis and the high CO2 emissions of concrete, engineers and scientists are seeking an alternative construction material which will be more environmentally friendly and will reduce...

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Barcelona, Spain: The first zero waste, near zero CO2 emission footprint, 3D-printed building

The first building created by earth-mix material and a 3D printer is being constructed at Valldaura Labs in Barcelona, Spain. Specifically, researchers of the 3D Printing Architecture (3dPA) postgrad...

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Grajska kašča, Slovenia: 5.6-million EUR restoration project is about to start

A new project to renovate the Grajska kašča castle which is in Ptuj Castle complex in Ptuj, Slovenia is planned to start in 2024 with its completion expected by March of 2026. The total cost of the p...

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Cambridge University plans the restoration of the building of the Seelay Library

With the aid of BDP, the University of Cambridge is planning the renovation of the Historic Faculty building Grade II which is part of the red trilogy buildings. The building was originally designed...

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Innovative strategies in earthquake-resistant building design: ensuring safety and structural integrity

The major concern that engineers and architects have when they design a new building is to ensure that it will withstand seismic forces and have a remarkable resistance. They manage the above by desi...

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Revolutionary glass bridge exhibit at the Corning Museum of Glass

The Corning Museum of Glass with the aid of the University of Pennsylvania will exhibit a revolutionary glass structure. Specifically, the glass structure will be a glass bridge designed by Dr. Masou...

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