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What Major Historical Events Do You Remember? Reflecting on Construction Safety Milestones

What major historical events do you remember? The broader strokes of history paint a vivid tapestry of global events that have shaped our collective consciousness. But for those deeply embedded in the world of construction, our timeline of significant events is intrinsically linked to the evolution of safety protocols and the drive towards a hazard-free environment. The construction industry has…

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Swiss researchers develop robotic additive manufacturing method that uses earth-based materials—and not cement

Researchers at ETH Zurich, a university in Switzerland, have developed a new robotic additive manufacturing method to help make the construction industry more sustainable. Unlike concrete 3D printing, the process does not require cement.

According to a press statement from ETH Zurich, the robotic printing process, called impact printing, uses cheap, abundant, and low-carbon earth-based materials such as clay or excavated earth. Currently, the robotic additive manufacturing method uses a mix of excavated materials, silt, and clay. Most of the custom material is common waste product sourced locally from Eberhard Unternehmungen, a Swiss construction company. In the future, the process could use other materials.

With ETH Zurich’s method, a robot deposits material from above, gradually building a wall. On impact, the pieces of material bond together, with minimal additives. Whereas concrete 3D printing creates layers, ETH Zurich’s method extrudes and drops the material one bit at a time at velocities of up to 10 meters per second. The fast speed allows the material to bond quickly.

ETH Zurich’s process can build full-scale, freeform structures, including one- or two-story walls and columns. The printing tool has been used to build structures as tall as almost 10 feet. The process results in walls with a bumpy texture, but robotic surface finishing methods can achieve a smoother finish.

The custom printing tool can be integrated with multiple robotic platforms. As a result, the tool can build walls in both offsite facilities and onsite construction projects. At ETH Zurich’s Robotic Fabrication Laboratory, the tool has been integrated with a high-payload gantry system. The hardware can be mounted on an autonomous legged excavator to build walls on sites with variable terrain.

ETH Zurich says it aims to increase the cost competitiveness of sustainable building materials through efficient and automated production.

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“America’s First Car-Free Community”: A Blueprint for Urban Living

In the heart of the Arizona desert, a groundbreaking experiment in urban living is unfolding. Culdesac, just 15 miles from downtown Phoenix, bills itself as “America’s First Car-Free Community.” Built “from scratch,” this innovative development challenges the status quo and offers a glimpse into a future where cars take a back seat.

The Vision

In 2023, nearly 140 residents made their homes in Culdesac, and ambitious plans are underway to expand to accommodate 1,000 residents across 760 apartments on 17 acres by 2025. But what sets this community apart?

Car-Free Living: A Paradigm Shift

No Car, No Problem

At Culdesac, car ownership is optional. Rentals range from $1,500 to $2,280 per month for one- or two-bedroom apartments, with renter incentives that can bring costs down to approximately $1,200 a month. Short-term, fully furnished rentals are also available. Residents enjoy multiple auto-free travel options, including:

Light Rail: A convenient stop right at the neighborhood corner.

E-Bikes: Pedal power for short trips.

Car-Share Station: Stocked with brand-new Chevy Bolt EVs.

Fitness and Freedom

Living without a car has unexpected benefits. No gas or insurance expenses, and it encourages physical activity. Culdesac’s well-designed layout features courtyards, gardens, and an exceptional on-site gym—an amenity that rivals any apartment complex.

Community Connection

Culdesac embodies a people-first philosophy. Social interactions are “built in,” fostering neighborly connections. Movie nights, farmers markets, and friendly bump-ins create a vibrant community spirit. Nate Dicochea, the leasing manager, sums it up: “There’s always something to do and some place to go.”

College Student Appeal

Culdesac resonates with college students who often don’t own cars. The convenience of nearby amenities and the absence of parking hassles make it an ideal choice.

The Road Ahead

Culdesac’s success prompts questions: Could car-free living catch on? The community eyes expansion into Mesa, AZ, and Atlanta. Realtor.com economist Ralph McLaughlin observes, “The emergence of car-free built environments will be an interesting trend to follow.” As America rethinks its car-centric culture, Culdesac leads the way toward a more connected, sustainable future.

Note: Culdesac’s innovative approach challenges traditional norms, but whether it becomes a widespread trend remains to be seen. Stay tuned. 🚶‍♂️🏢🌿

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BUILDING THE FUTURE: HOW MITS LEVERAGES TECHNOLOGY FOR EXCEPTIONAL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ?

MITS, a leading construction company in Noida, dives into the world of 3D modeling, BIM, and other cutting-edge advancements to revolutionize design, construction, and project management. Discover how MITS builds smarter, not just harder.Building on a Legacy of Excellence

At MITS, a premier construction company in Noida, we're passionate about exceeding expectations. We believe that the key to achieving exceptional results lies in embracing innovation. That's why we leverage the power of technology throughout every stage of the construction process, from initial design to final project delivery.

Revolutionizing Design with 3D Modeling and 3D Architecture

Gone are the days of flat, two-dimensional blueprints. MITS utilizes advanced 3D modeling software to create comprehensive, digital representations of your project. Imagine a virtual walk-through of your future building, allowing you to visualize spaces, layouts, and design details with unparalleled clarity. This collaborative approach empowers you to make informed decisions early on, minimizing the risk of costly changes later.

Enhanced Collaboration and Efficiency with BIM

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is at the heart of MITS' technological advantage. BIM goes beyond 3D modeling by integrating critical project data into the model itself. This includes information on materials, specifications, costs, and even scheduling. Imagine a single, intelligent model that serves as the central hub for all project stakeholders – architects, engineers, contractors, and you, the client. With BIM, everyone works from the same source of truth, fostering seamless collaboration, improved communication, and reduced errors.

Optimizing Project Management with Advanced Technology

The benefits of technology extend far beyond design. MITS utilizes project management software that streamlines workflows, automates tasks, and provides real-time project insights. Imagine having instant access to project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation at your fingertips. This level of transparency allows for proactive decision-making, efficient resource utilization, and the ability to identify and address potential issues before they escalate.

Beyond 3D Modeling and BIM: Embracing the Future

At MITS, we're constantly exploring the potential of new technologies. We are actively integrating virtual reality (VR) into our design process, allowing for even more immersive client experiences. Additionally, we are investigating the possibilities of drone technology for enhanced site surveying and progress monitoring.

Building a Better Tomorrow with Technology

By harnessing the power of 3D modeling, BIM, and other advancements, MITS delivers exceptional construction experiences for our clients. Our commitment to technology translates to:

Enhanced Design Quality: 3D visualization and BIM enable us to create more efficient, functional, and aesthetically pleasing designs.

Improved Project Efficiency: Integrated technologies streamline communication, minimize errors, and optimize resource allocation.

Reduced Costs and Risks: Proactive problem-solving and early decision-making lead to cost savings and reduced project risks.

Increased Client Satisfaction: Transparency, collaboration, and real-time project updates foster a positive and trusted client experience.

At MITS, we believe that the future of construction is built on a foundation of innovation. By embracing technology, we are building smarter, not just harder, to deliver exceptional results for our clients and shape a brighter future for Noida's architectural landscape.

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Sara Qazi, in her interview with The Boss Magazine, discusses the burgeoning hemp housing market and its potential to revolutionize the construction and real estate industries.

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Class Feature Friday: Companion Innovation (Pathfinder Second Edition Inventor Innovation)

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And we’re back with the second currently available innovation from the inventor class, the companion!

Everyone loves a little robot buddy, and with this archetype you can have one for your inventor character. These mechanical allies are so strongly associated with the class that the iconic inventor character canonically has one in the form of Whirp, the goblin-like clockwork robot.

As an innovation, these mechanical buddies are implied to be part of the inventor’s experiments into creating a truly unique design. They might be trying to perfect the artificial intelligence that governs their actions, or perhaps creating some wondrous new integrated tech which could revolutionize construct crafting as a whole. Alternatively, perhaps instead the inventor created their companion purely as an assistant for their other experiments and ventures.

Much like the innovations of other inventors, however, they constantly tinker with them to improve said companions in various ways.

As we’ll soon see, these companions turn a solitary inventor into one part of an impeccable duo both on and off the battlefield.

The construct companion follows many of the same rules as other companions, such as being  a minion with only two actions per round, but they also benefit from the fact that as independent beings, they can use their own actions to activate various abilities associated with innovations, including overdrive, explosion, and so on, as well as gain the benefits of offensive boost to their own attacks. Additionally, they start at either small or medium size.

Of course, there are many modifications that can be taken to customize these mechanical allies. Among the basic ones are increased speed, aquatic mobility, give them larger size, greater manual dexterity, a projectile launcher, advanced sensors, or even greater intellect to use certain skills.

Greater breakthroughs let them improve their integrated weapons, become warded against magic, gaining climbing apparati, greater durability, becoming even smarter, or converting into a ranged turret mode to trade mobility for firepower.

The greatest modifications include flight, true intelligence, resistance against all harm, integrated runic capacitors to improve their attacks, and the ability to transform into a barricade.

Of course, there are inventor feats geared towards those that choose to have a companion. These include No! No! I Created You!, which helps their little friend recover from effects that would subvert their control; Collapse Construct to make them compact for storage and travel; Advanced Construct Companion to outright buff their stats; Clockwork Celerity to briefly speed them up; Construct Shell to provide protection for yourself when you ride it; Incredible Construct Companion to make them even stronger; Lock On to bolster their aim; Paragon Companion to perfect them; and Engine of Destruction to make them absolutely devastating.

Other feats they might benefit from include Built-in Tools, Explosive Leap, Haphazard Repair, Variable Core, Searing Restoration, Megaton Strike and it’s upgrades, Megavolt and it’s upgrades, Manifold Modifications, Deep Freeze, Unstable Redundancies, and Full Automation.

There is a lot of customization to be had with this innovation. Your companion might be a small little scout and helper, a big brawny combatant, somewhere in between, or maybe you load them with all sorts of special offensive abilities to make them almost like a remote spell-thrower. Or maybe you make them bigger than yourself and use them for mounted combat (potentially in water or air too!). The sky is the limit.

I’m not exactly the biggest fan of how 2E handles companion creatures, but I will say that the loosey-goosey “here’s a bunch of examples, if you don’t find an exact match, homebrew your own or reskin it” approach does actually work well, because as long as you can imagine it, your construct companion could look like anything. It could be a classic clockwork construct, a technomagical creation blurring the lines with golems or the aeon stone constructs sometimes seen, or it might even be a refurbished robot from Numeria or the like. One character’s companion might be a mass of gears and steam pipes, while another might be a brain in a jar with a body sporting mechanical tentacles and treads, while another still might be an elegantly crafted facsimile of an animal or magical beast, looking like something that would be presented to royalty and ensure your family’s prestige for hundreds of years. If you can imagine it, your companion might just look like that.

Bilsprig is furious, the little kobold’s contemporaries simply do not GET his newest creation. This contraption is not simply an automaton, it is an ambulatory trap apparatus that brings the traps to your enemies. Yes, the weaponry is aimed and triggered by the automaton itself and not by the target, but by the seven dragon gods, they are still traps!

Chasing rumors of the legendary Mosquito Witch, an inventor and cryptid hunter by the name of Maximilian Valx heads into the marshes with his pet automaton, which he has specifically engineered to capture the cryptid creature. However, he will soon discover how thoroughly in over his head he is.

Called the Stitching Inventor by some, Lord Kalluvus has never had any patience for magic, let alone necromancy, but he has always thought that rotting corpses were such a waste, and so he has long tinkered with creating lightning-charged horrors that combine gears and strange capacitors with twitching preserved flesh.

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What Have You Been Working On?A Deep Dive into Current Construction Safety Initiatives

What have you been working on? Every day, on construction sites across the globe, professionals ranging from site managers to laborers engage in tasks that shape our urban landscape. When they pause for a moment, perhaps during a coffee break or in a team huddle, the question “What have you been working on?” frequently arises. This isn’t mere small talk. Instead, it signifies a deeper intent of…

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BMM410: Single brick machine with multiple features

SnPC Machines: Factory of bricks on wheel

SnPC Machines, a factory of brick on wheel in Haryana, India is manufacturing mobile brick making machine i.e. BMM160, BMM310, BMM410 which produce bricks while moving on wheel just like a normal land vehicle does. These machines are based on "single machine with multi features". Different features available in these machines are:

Easy to handle

Durable

Eco-friendly

Easy to handle

Budget-friendly

Demands minimum labor

freedom to produce brick anywhere, anytime and in any qnatity

Fast brick production compared to other methods Make it soon to order your own brick making machine from SnPC Machines, India.

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what does the go to hell button do? does that mean im going to hell? or you? or rock?

ok so basically when you press that button the button acts out this gif to me in real life. and then puts me in hell for ever. (number of voters decides which circle of hell i’m trapped in) he’s the rival of “Kiss Button”. they insisted on being added to the poll together

fig 2 : mushroom hell or something idk i’ve never read dante infernos

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Types of Fillers in Construction

Introduction Fillers play a pivotal role in construction, providing stability, strength, and insulation. Their selection is critical, affecting the cost, durability, and environmental impact of a project. This article delves into the various types of fillers utilized in the construction industry. 1. Natural Fillers Natural fillers like sand, gravel, and stone are ubiquitous in construction due to…