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New bridge to be constructed at Daugava River in Riga

After the 2023 bridge fire, the rebuilding of the Rail Baltica bridge over the Daugava River in Riga has begun. This project marks a new phase in the city's infrastructure development. The project is...

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Novel computing model can detect structural damage with no physical intervention

Researchers from Drexel University in Pennsylvania have developed a system that is believed to efficiently identify and evaluate problematic areas by integrating a novel machine learning approach wit...

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The first house to be constructed in Portugal with the aid of 3d printing

Α real estate development firm, Litehaus, announced its ambition to construct the "first Portuguese 3d-printed building". Its plan will mark a pioneering project for the region. The house will be loc...

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The tallest Tower in U.S. is planned to reach 1,907 feet

California architecture studio AO and developer Matteson Capital have returned with a revised design for a new skyscraper in Oklahoma City. Initially, they planned a 1,750-foot tower, which would hav...

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Construction works started on Dubai’s second tallest tower

Construction has started on the Burj Azizi, a tower valued at $1.5 billion and named after Dubai Azizi Developments. This iconic structure is anticipated to become the second tallest building in Duba...

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The inauguration of India's longest sea bridge, Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, is scheduled for January 12

The inauguration of the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), India's longest sea bridge, is scheduled for January 12, according to an announcement by the Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Covering 21.8 kil...

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The progress of Civil Engineering with the aid of Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence (AI) finds widespread applications across various sectors. Even in the fundamental domain of civil engineering, there is a growing exploration of AI applications. The advantag...

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Virginia funds the expansion of the Long Bridge with $729 million

Virginia officials declared that the state secured $729 million in federal funds to support the expansion of the Long Bridge, a century-old two-track span over the Potomac. Governor Glenn Youngkin st...

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British Columbia expands the use of mass timber in buildings proposing changes to the building code

British Columbia is set to expand the use of mass timber in construction, proposing changes to the building code and aiming to facilitate the construction of tall buildings and foster resilient commu...

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The surge in infrastructure projects causes a 50% increase in concrete costs

Victoria's infrastructure pipeline, valued at $78.5 billion, has led to a significant increase in demand for concrete, resulting in higher prices for commercial builders. The substantial increase in...

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