081-DYK: HP’s Construction Robot

Did you know that HP now has a SitePrint Robot? The robot can autonomously print layouts on construction site floors and the machine can outline walls, doors and other elements with little intervention. Moreover, it can also avoid any obstacles for example, steep...

080-DYK: Masonry Detailing Series

Did you know that the Masonry Detailing Series (MDS) can be used as a design source for architects and engineers? The MDS is a collection of illustrative construction diagrams and details. It was produced by International Masonry Institute (IMI) and the series...

079-DYK: Construction Labor Shortage

Did you know that in the construction industry the recent challenges have been finding skilled workers? In the second half of 2022, we may see a long-term problem as inflation increases, federal spending, an aging workforce, and shortages can increase costs,...

078-DYK: Housing Projects

Did you know that there is a shortage of affordable homes? And it has gotten worse over the decades. It leaves the United States short of seven million affordable units for the lowest-income renters.
59. Building and Artificial Intelligence (A.I.)

59. Building and Artificial Intelligence (A.I.)

This post explores: Ideas and challenges of implementing A.I. within the building industry. Software Bias In the summer of 2021, I read an article about computer software bias that has had a significant impact on the ongoing development of BuildUSA’s Build...