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Digital twins to revolutionise wind industry, says report

Digital twins promise to revolutionise the wind industry by optimising project performance and maintenance, according to a new report by Navigant Research.

2019 BIM survey reveals greater digitisation in construction

NBS has revealed the results of its 2019 BIM survey which show that BIM awareness and adoption has grown from 10% in 2011 to around 70% in 2019.

IES case study: BCA Academy Campus, Singapore

Collaborative project develops innovative campus energy modelling and performance optimisation approach for masterplanning, design, retrofit and operation.

Virtual reality building: Is VR the future of construction?

Lift Mini Cranes Ltd takes a look at how virtual reality (VR) is currently being put to use in the construction industry, and how it could become even more useful in the future.

Overcoming the challenges of Exchange Information Requirements (EIR)

Graitec examines the key issues when complying with the Exchange Information Requirements and how they can be overcome.

Urban Land Institute launches Urban Technology Framework

The Urban Land Institute, creators of sustainable communities, has launched an Urban Technology Framework to help cities advance into the next generation.

IES case study: NTU EcoCampus, Singapore

IES delivered a 3D masterplanning and visualisation model, along with virtual testing and building performance optimisation, for Nanyang Technological University (NTU)’s EcoCampus.

FARO’s ScanPlan: Fast 2D building mapping

FARO’s handheld ScanPlan device can help quickly determine the accuracy and completeness of project information – and make it immediately shareable.

Allplan Bridge: Software supports use of BIM in bridge engineering

One year on from its first release, a host of new capabilities have been added to expand Allplan Bridge.

Hurley Palmer Flatt gives Principal Place a digital makeover

Modern in build and execution, the project is set to feature 175-metre tall towers offering 300 new residential apartments.

ISO 19650 internationalises BIM

The launch of ISO 19650 provides real opportunities for UK-based companies with BIM-compliant processes to export their expertise on a global scale.

Amey trials innovative robotic exosuit to reduce safety risks

Amey is trialling an innovative robotic exosuit with operatives working on the Forth Bridges in Scotland, the EksoVest aims to reduce the risks posed by manual handling tasks.

NTU develops technology that can 3D print a bathroom

Researchers from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have developed the capability to 3D print a bathroom in less than a day.

Topcon integrates Bentley software for aerial photogrammetry processing

Topcon Positioning Group has announced new integration of cloud-based photogrammetry processing powered by Bentley ContextCapture to its MAGNET Collage Web.

5 challenges MEP estimators in the UK face today

Estimators need to be able to produce a high volume of consistently estimates without sacrificing accuracy – but they face a number of challenges, from a lack of information to multiple, varied requests.

Construction information going digital

GroupBC looks at some of the challenges going digital can resolve including communication, construction information, data security and compliance.

Fasteners and fixings to fix the construction crisis

Vincent Matthews, marketing manager at SFS, discusses how fasteners and fixings can raise productivity once again and help keep construction work on track.

How BIM encouraged collaboration at the Sibson building

The University of Kent’s Sibson building was designed to encourage collaboration and communication; the project enabled BIM collaboration and coordination throughout.

How digital twins are disrupting the manufacturing sector

Ben Sheath, VP and managing director at Siemens PLM Software, takes a look at the value of the digital twin in enabling flexible manufacturing, reducing time to market and cost, all while improving quality.

Bentley Systems reports continued growth and acquisitions

Bentley Systems has reported continued revenue growth, with strong growth in China and continued acquisitions.

Case study: Wates breathes new life into V&A Museum

Wates Group’s construction of a £28m underground gallery and main entrance to London’s V&A Museum presented enormous challenges – but also brought huge rewards.

Bright future for construction innovation

CSIC recently became a delivery partner for the Construction innovation Hub and launched a project that could see homes built offsite by robots.

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