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The robots are coming! The robots are coming! (To a museum near you)

The robots are coming! The robots are coming! (To a museum near you)

Now on national tour, the new Robot Revolution exhibit in Chicago boasts "the coolest robots ever assembled." Before heading back to college, BW intern Mike Hrymak decided to judge for himself.

BIM – Sorry, but One Size Fits No One!

BIM – Sorry, but One Size Fits No One!

There is no one BIM approach or strategy that is right for all. Everyone needs to tailor their BIM usage to their individual needs, the needs of those they are collaborating with, and the specific project objectives, writes Beca's Jon Williams. 

After decades of delay, LaGuardia remake at last taking flight

After decades of delay, LaGuardia remake at last taking flight

In 2014, VP Biden said, "If you were blind-folded and taken to LaGuardia Airport, you'd think you were in a third-world country." Last week, NY's Gov. picked up that gauntlet and unveiled a huge, public-private redevelopment plan.

Google, Apple among titans taking White House climate pledge

Google, Apple among titans taking White House climate pledge

While Congress struggles this summer with yet another transportation reauthorization bill, the Obama Administration and more than a dozen Fortune 500 companies have jointly launched an aggressive public-private initiative to address climate change. 

As clouds gather for BIM 360 event, teams shine through

As clouds gather for BIM 360 event, teams shine through

On July 30, Applied Software, Newforma, MasterGraphics, and Autodesk will present Cloud Coverage: A 360° View from the Field. In town for AGC-IT? Head on over after your Day 1 reception! We've moved back our start time just for you!

Ahead of Biennial, CAF launches Chi-Design Competion

Ahead of Biennial, CAF launches Chi-Design Competion

Over 116 buildings dot the skyline of the Windy City, making Chicago one of the skyscraper capitals of the world. The Chicago Architecture Foundation is looking for a new home within their city. Recently, they launched an international competition, welcoming proposals for a Center for Architecture, Design and Education. 

Autonomous Ann Arbor puts no one behind the wheel

Autonomous Ann Arbor puts no one behind the wheel

A strange new city opened today. Storefronts, sidewalks, and fire hydrants line its streets. Pedestrians stroll by, bicyclists pedal past, all seemingly enjoying themselves. But the cars have no drivers? Welcome to the University of Michigan's new mobility test town

Las Vegas leads trio rolling dice on strong cities makeover

Las Vegas leads trio rolling dice on strong cities makeover

From the glitzy 24/7 desert strip to Carolina's Research Triangle and the New England home of the nation's oldest newspaper, teams of community leaders, public officials, and AEC players, both large and small, have been taking up a national challenge to create stronger, more sustainable cities.

Already part of history, Turner City now digital

Already part of history, Turner City now digital

Since 1910, Turner Construction Co. has commissioned one annual illustrated mashup of its top projects each year. What started as an “innovative marketing tool” has now become a colorful historical record of not just one firm's growth, but that of an entire industry.

Mobility choke points are slowing Manila's rapid growth

Mobility choke points are slowing Manila's rapid growth

The Philippines market is booming, but projects now are starting to slow due to inadequate infrastructure. Both Manila's airport and sea port are clogged incredibly, so a major public-private effort is now under way to break the logjam.

Concrete, heal thyself!

Concrete, heal thyself!

A Dutch microbiologist at Delft University of Technology claims to have developed a "self-healing" concrete mixture that can repair its own cracks organically. Not surprisingly, the news has generated a lively media stir and multiple competing claims from research rivals.

World's First 3D-Printed Office Building Set For Dubai

World's First 3D-Printed Office Building Set For Dubai

The World's first 3D printed building is coming to Dubai. The 2,000 square-foot structure will be one story tall and will be built entirely using 3D printing technology.

UK Wishes to Be the Home of Driverless Testing

UK Wishes to Be the Home of Driverless Testing

The United Kingdom has a storied history in the automotive industry. It is the home of celebrated sport and luxury car manufacturors like Jaguar, Bentley, Aston Martin, Land Rover, McLaren and much, much more. It is now trying to be the home of the future of the automobile industry, automated driving.

LEGO bets big on sustainable future

LEGO bets big on sustainable future

Everything may be awesome now, but The LEGO Group is committed to making sure its products will be around to inspire architects and builders for generations to come. The firm now plans to pour $150 million into researching sustainable replacements for all its plastics by 2030.

BIM for all! Assemble offers free student licenses

BIM for all! Assemble offers free student licenses

Aspiring AEC students on summer break take note. Houston-based Assemble Systems announced June 11 that it will give students and teachers a complimentary head start on learning its BIM software.

Mechanical masters made super subs via technology

Mechanical masters made super subs via technology

Mechanical contractors descended on Chicago this week for MCAA's first-ever Technology Conference, which hammered home the reality that technology is no longer optional if they want to be a 'super sub.'

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