As cities continue to expand and infrastructure projects grow more ambitious, the construction sector is facing a crippling problem: There aren’t enough workers. The U.S. alone will need to attract ...
Er, are we sure we want to outsource the welding? Rise of the machines Construction workers could soon find themselves laboring alongside 20-foot (6 meter) tall AI-powered autonomous robots capable of ...
RIC Robotics just teased a 20-foot tall, AI-driven construction robot it calls, “the world’s first Giantroid.” There’s a few dudes in Japan who may dispute that claim, but there’s no question that ...
BOT or NOT? This special series explores the evolving relationship between humans and machines, examining the ways that robots, artificial intelligence and automation are impacting our work and lives.
According to Itone, use of the Conit Runner reduces the need for rebar reinforcement by up to 30% and accelerates construction time by as much as 85%, reportedly matching the productivity of eight ...
An international team has explored how in future aerial robots could process construction materials precisely in the air -- an approach with great potential for difficult-to-access locations or work ...
A robot is using additive manufacturing technology to print houses. Just a few years ago, that thought would seem ludicrous. Yet 3D printing in construction by robots has become a regular feature in ...