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whitePaper | April 11, 2021

Automation in Construction is an international journal for the publication of original research papers. The journal publishes refereed material on all aspects pertaining to the use of Information Technologies in Design, Engineering, Construction Technologies, and Maintenance and Management of Constructed Facilities. The scope of Automation in Construction is broad, encompassing all stages of the construction life cycle from initial planning and design, through construction of the facility, its operation and maintenance, to the eventual dismantling and recycling of buildings and engineering structures.

whitePaper | February 10, 2020

Engineers are facing ever-increasing pressure from business executives to incorporate innovative technologies into their products. The realities of creating new and unexplored concepts, while accounting for more and more smart connected products, and continually adapting to changing market uncertainties, is making it challenging for companies to compete effectively.

whitePaper | June 6, 2022

With ongoing advancements in converging technologies, energy generation and usage and other business models, the construction industry has an opportunity to transform the way it functions. Challenging conventional norms could be the key to solving many of the bottlenecks the industry has faced for years. At the same time, there are inherent risks associated with transformative shifts. The time is right to take advantage of the potential financial, environmental and societal rewards.

whitePaper | August 30, 2021

Advances in technology are transforming how construction sites operate. Handheld mobile devices, drones, sensors, robotics, wearables and more enable companies to interconnect every facet of their projects while collecting and analyzing relevant data, “the new gold.” Moreover, no matter the scope of the work at hand, technology can be adapted, reducing exposure and boosting efficiency. When driven by a new understanding of credible leadership and commitment, this change can lead the industry into a new era of resilient, reliable and safe construction projects.

whitePaper | October 17, 2022

Engineering calculations are at the heart of civil engineering design. The calculation sheets that accompany a project can provide evidence of the design competency and that the specifications are met. Common building calculations are formalized in design guides, such as Eurocodes, AASHTO, IBC etc. The equations tend to be mathematically simple – only needing basic arithmetic operations on the design parameters – but they still require engineering experience to determine the which, why, and when.

whitePaper | March 2, 2020

The automotive industry is going through the greatest revolution in its history. From insurance and financing to after-market services and flexible business models, digital disruption is driving every organization out of its comfort zone. In this white paper, you’ll learn how technology-driven trends and customer service expectations are redefining the CX.