Austin-based ICON is known for its innovative construction projects here on Earth, but its newest major project is truly out of this world. The developer of advanced construction technologies like robotics, software, and building materials … about Tech Start-up is Taking 3D Homebuilding to the Moon
3D Printing
6 of the World’s Most Impressive 3D Printed Buildings
The following six 3D-printed structures showcase what can be accomplished with this technology and might offer a glimpse of the global housing landscape in the years ahead.
Technological Breakthroughs That Will Reshape Construction’s Future
Here are some of the dramatic shifts futurists and analysts believe the industry should prepare for in the coming decades.
Smart Slab: Lightweight Concrete that May Transform How We Build
Concrete slabs are something of an unsung hero in construction projects. But, if researchers at ETH Zurich have their way, this construction mainstay will be as beautiful as it is functional.
5 Construction Technologies Set for Huge Growth by 2025
A recent study released by Ernst & Young highlights some of the technological advancements causing disruption in the construction industry, and points out several it expects to grow most over the next five years.
How Construction Technology is Changing the Way We Build
Construction’s somewhat tricky relationship with technology has been put to the test in recent years, as increasing demands, ever-tightening margins and a shrinking labor pool have all squeezed the industry. Nevertheless, more firms than ever … about How Construction Technology is Changing the Way We Build
A Glimpse into the Future of 3D Building
Here are five 3D printed structures in operation today that offer a glimpse into the future of what the technology is capable of.
Can Mega 3-D Printer Be the Solution to Affordable Housing?
Around the country, but particularly in cities that are hubs of technology and innovation, skyrocketing house prices have put home ownership well out of reach for many middle-class families. One Austin-based construction tech company recently … about Can Mega 3-D Printer Be the Solution to Affordable Housing?
Will 3D Printing Transform Global Construction?
Additive manufacturing, otherwise known as, 3D printing, is having what you might call “a moment” in construction. The technology is prized for its ability to quickly produce all kinds of structures for pennies on the … about Will 3D Printing Transform Global Construction?
The Future of Cement is 3D
Nature is a common source of inspiration for builders and architects. They often turn to natural elements to incorporate them into their designs borrowing from their perfect symmetry, impeccable forms and strength developed over millions … about The Future of Cement is 3D
