DIGITAL ELEVATION MODEL- Basics you need to know as a Civil Engineer!
The Constructor
MAY 19, 2020
You roam around with a digital elevation model right in your pocket! A digital elevation model (DEM) is a 3-dimensional. It’s Google Maps.
Building information modeling for infrastructure: An engineer's perspective
Construction Dive
MAY 19, 2020
Dive deeper into the transportation asset life cycle with Building Information Modeling (BIM) for infrastructure.
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Secrets of a structural engineer
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
Secrets of a structural engineer 0 dbarista Fri, 09/08/2023 - 11:54 Engineers Walter P Moore's Scott Martin, PE, LEED AP, DBIA, offers tips and takeaways for young—and veteran—structural engineers in the AEC industry. Below is a summary of the presentation “Secrets of a Structural Engineer” that I gave to the students.
Modeling elevates engineering design
BD+C
MARCH 6, 2018
Modeling is often used to study the architecture of a building or a campus throughout the design of a project to help inform good decisions and elevate the level of design. When modeling is applied to engineering systems, the same benefits can be realized by both our project teams and clients.
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Direct delivery model continues to pay off for Murphy
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 14, 2023
Murphy & Sons Limited has posted another set of strong financial results as its direct delivery model continues to pay off The engineering and construction firm now employs 3,688 staff rand relies primarily on in-house capabilities while minimising subcontractor involvement. pre-tax profit from £61.6m
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The True Value of 3D Modeling for Home Builders
Pro Builder
JULY 14, 2021
The True Value of 3D Modeling for Home Builders. More than a marketing tool, 3D modeling can save time and money by providing greater accuracy. For an increasing number of them, this transition entails moving from two-dimensional (2D) drawings to three-dimensional (3D) digital modeling. The Path to 3D Modeling.
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Taking Steps Toward Model as the Legal Document (MALD) Through Data Standards
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Many states are already moving to approve models as the official engineering document of record. What is the impact on bidding, construction, and inspection?
6 Ways AI Is Changing the Construction Game
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 2, 2024
6 Ways AI Is Changing the Construction Game ccapoccia Tue, 04/02/2024 - 14:45 Not long ago, building information modeling (BIM) was the hottest topic in the construction industry. But that’s no longer true, thanks to ChatGPT.
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Brisbane's Cross-River Rail Project Uses BIM, GIS and a Gaming Engine
ENR Construction
AUGUST 23, 2023
The Cross River Rail project in Brisbane, Australia, required 3D models, a GIS database and even a gaming engine.
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Civil Engineering Software | List of Civil Engineering Software | List of Engineering Software
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
Introduction of Civil Engineer Software: There is multifarious software accessible which are utilized in Civil Engineering. The Civil Engineering Softwares are surging manifold day by day. Here could be a list of SOFTWARE which are outrageously employed by many Civil Engineers all round the world. Primavera P6.
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Army Corps Looks to the Cloud for Flood Modeling
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
Generating the best possible models of storm surge, flooding and coastal conditions has been a major goal of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center.
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Volvo D13 Engine Now Standard
Construction Equipment
NOVEMBER 10, 2020
Volvo Trucks is making standard equipment its latest-generation D13 turbo compound diesel engine in all VNL 740, 760, and 860 models. The engine improves fuel efficiency and economy while reducing its greenhouse gas emissions, according to the company. The D13TC engine is equipped with Dynamic…
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Peterbilt Introduces Cummins Natural Gas Engine for 3 Models
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 30, 2016
Peterbilt Motors Company is introducing the Cummins Westport ISL-G Near Zero NOx emissions natural gas engine for Models 567, 520 and 320.
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Economic Pressures Drive Change for Construction and Engineering Companies in 2023
Construction Superintendent Magazine
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
There is huge potential for those looking to adapt and become more resilient explains Kenny Ingram, vice president of Construction & Engineering and Chris Knight, global industry director of Construction & Engineering at IFS.
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12d Model can streamline the civil engineering, water engineering & land surveying process
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 20, 2016
12d Solutions is the developer of 12d Model. The most updated version is 12d Model 9.0 It is very useful for civil engineering , water engineering, land surveying as well as terrain modeling. The 12d Model software supports Windows XP, VISTA & 7 (including PC Notebooks).
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New Model-Based Workflows, Reality Capture and Extended File Support in Autodesk Construction Cloud Make BIM More Valuable to Construction Teams
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Project stakeholders can now access critical model data with fewer steps; powerful new features provide greater control over cost and schedule management. The model is a great source of truth during design and planning, but data isn’t easily transferred to construction teams during the build phase of a project. New Orleans, LA.,
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Polaris Releases Pro XD Models
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 11, 2018
The Polaris Pro XD UTV series includes 2000D and 4000D models, powered by a Kubota Tier 4-F diesel engine with 24.5 Both models feature an upgraded towing capacity at 2,500 pounds, and hauling capacity of 1,250 pounds, along with heavy-duty driveline components built to resist corrosive… horsepower.
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STRUCTURAL DESIGN BY MODEL & LOAD TESTS
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 22, 2012
Structural design of concrete and steel structures can be designed on the basis of results of load tests on model or prototypes. Original Post at.
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New Civil Engineering Technology 2022
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 26, 2021
New Technology Civil Engineering. 3D Modelling. 3D Modelling. Cybercity3D the software developed for that purpose is geospatial modeling in the production of smart 3D building models that specializes. Civil structural engineering includes all structural engineering related to the built environment.
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New Volvo Engine Provides Fuel Efficiency, Dynamic Torque
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 19, 2019
Volvo Trucks is introducing the next generation of its Turbo Compound technology, providing three percent improvement in fuel efficiency over the current 13-liter Turbo Compound engine, the D13TC. According to Volvo, the new engine delivers up to 11 percent fuel savings overall compared to model-…
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Honda GX50 Mini-Four Stroke Engine Four Stroke Engine
Green Industry Professionals
NOVEMBER 22, 2019
Honda's high-output GX50 mini-four stroke engine features a power-to-weight ratio matched to leading two-stroke models delivering more power in a smaller package
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Building the Future: Top 5 Technologies Transforming the Construction Industry
Construction Today
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a 3D modeling software that allows architects, engineers, and construction professionals to. These innovations are transforming the way buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained. Here are the top five technologies that are improving the construction industry.
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Geotechnical Modeling Software Advances Design Work on HS2 Rail Project
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 15, 2020
A team of New Zealand-based software designers that brought digital 3D modeling to engineering geotechnics less than two years has recently launched an upgrade to their software, which is now being used on some major projects, including the U.K.’s ’s multibillion dollar London-Birmingham high speed railroad (HS2).
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Eminent Civil Engineer Delon Hampton, ASCE's First Black President, Dies at 87
ENR Construction
JANUARY 29, 2021
Civil engineer, educator, leader and role model, the first Black president of the American Society of Civil Engineers, died on Jan. 14 at age 87.
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U.S. engineering firms ride on waves of innovation
BD+C
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Last year, SSOE Group saved an automotive client more than $250,000 by streamlining how data from the client’s manufacturing structures were gathered, using laser scanning, innovative workflows, and technology that converts point clouds to Revit models that can be imported to structural analysis software.
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Kohler Engines Extends EFI Technology with Three New Engine Models
Green Industry Professionals
OCTOBER 11, 2015
Kohler Engines is expanding its Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) technology with the introduction of three new engine models.
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Commercial Construction Trends: Why More Clients Are Choosing the Design-Assist Model
HardHatChat
SEPTEMBER 29, 2016
While we’re big fans of design-build construction, wherein the contractor fully “quarterbacks” the project by taking ownership of all elements, from selecting architecture and engineering firms to subcontractor partners, another great option we’re seeing more and more clients choose recently is the design-assist construction model.
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Mississippi: Modeling A Battle Plan For COVID-19
Business Facilities
NOVEMBER 2, 2020
Scientists at Vicksburg’s ERDC have been deploying Supercomputers to develop models illustrating how the coronavirus spreads. Read: Mississippi: Modeling A Battle Plan For COVID-19 at BusinessFacilities.com.
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Zachry Engineering Education Complex: Rethinking engineering education
BD+C
NOVEMBER 13, 2019
In 2013, Texas A&M University College of Engineering launched its “25 by 25 initiative,” whose goal is to more than double its enrollment to 25,000 students by 2025 without incurring significant infrastructure costs.
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Updated Energy Plus and OpenStudio building energy modeling tools released
BD+C
JULY 27, 2020
Department of Energy (DOE) and National Laboratories released updated versions of open-source, whole-building energy modeling tools: the EnergyPlus engine and the OpenStudio software development kit and graphical application. EnergyPlus 9.3.0 continues to emphasize object-oriented refactoring and defect resolution.
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Characteristics of Strategic Collaboration and Efficient Construction Project Delivery
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 30, 2022
Journal of Management in Engineering, 10(6), 26-29. Affairs and Dispute Resolution in Engineering and Construction, 3(1), 17-27. ICE-Municipal Engineer, 160(1), 37-44. ICE-Municipal Engineer, 160(1), 37-44. Conceptual model of partnering and alliancing. Army Corps of Engineers. Engineering, 12(1), 10-10.
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Unlocking Success in AECO Projects: The Transformative Power of Collaboration
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 16, 2024
SPEAKERS Carl Storms Technical Solutions Lead Newforma Carl Storms is a seasoned professional and Technical Solutions Lead at Newforma, with over 25 years of experience in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations (AECO).
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Effective Marketing For Diverse Construction Job Categories
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 24, 2024
Engineers (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical) Civil engineers focus on the design and maintenance of infrastructure. Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety. Ensure your website is optimized for relevant keywords to enhance visibility in search engine results.
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First Model Code Tailored to Public-Occupancy Temporary Structures Nears Adoption
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
A standard for public-occupancy temporary structures is expected to be ready for inclusion in the 2028 edition of the structural engineer's bible on design loads, known as ASCE-7.
First Model Code Specific to Temporary Structures Out for Public Comment
ENR Construction
MAY 18, 2022
Engineers have drafted requirements to improve the ability of public-occupancy temporary structures to resist wind, flood, snow and earthquake loads.
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Eminent Civil Engineer Delon Hampton, ASCE's First Black President, Dies at 87
ENR Construction
JANUARY 29, 2021
Civil engineer, educator, leader and role model Delon Hampton, the first Black president of the American Society of Civil Engineers, died on Jan. 14 at age 87.
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Structural Mechanics: Modelling and Analysis of Frames and Trusses – An exclusive e-book for structural engineers
Construction Cost Estimating
DECEMBER 6, 2015
Karl-Gunnar Olsson and Ola Dahlblom both published an exclusive e-book for structural engineers. This book is known as Structural Mechanics : Modelling and Analysis of Frames and Trusses. The book analyzes the basic concepts of structural mechanics as well as the modelling and analysis of frame and truss structures.
Engineer Probing Champlain Towers Debacle Eyes Possibility of Three Successive Collapses
ENR Construction
JUNE 30, 2021
Investigators probing the trigger of the progressive collapse of a section of the Florida residential condominium are preparing a computer model of the unstable 12-story tower remains to advise about vacating rescuers in the event of a hurricane.
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LEGO, Google partner to develop 3D modeling tool for LEGO structures
BD+C
JANUARY 31, 2014
If you''re a LEGO fanatic like we are, you''re going to love what the software engineers at Google and LEGO have developed: a 3D modeling tool that uses LEGO''s iconic pieces as the building blocks. Architects Building Owner BIM/IT Contractors Designers Engineers Facility Managers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects'
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FX850V-EFI Engine
Green Industry Professionals
NOVEMBER 3, 2016
Kawasaki FX850V-EFI Engine is available on select models of FX Series and FS Series engines, with plans to incorporate it in additional models.
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ENR Construction
JULY 12, 2017
Utah State engineers test concepts in the lab on a small scale before on-site crews in California repair damaged spillway.
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First Model Code for Public-Occupancy Temporary Structures Nears Adoption
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
A standard for public-occupancy temporary structures is expected to be ready to include in the 2028 edition of the structural engineer's bible on design loads, known as ASCE-7.
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BD+C
MAY 2, 2018
National Labs released updated versions of open-source whole-building energy modeling tools: the EnergyPlus engine and the OpenStudio software development kit (SDK) and application. Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. EnergyPlus 8.9.0 includes the ability to accept input in a JSON (Java Script Object Notation) format called epJSON.
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A new standard of 3D-modeling for civil engineering projects
Construction Cost Estimating
MARCH 24, 2014
The Korea Institute of Construction Technology is going to unveil a new standard for 3D-supported construction planning for civil engineering projects like bridges and tunnels. The standard will be very useful for 3D blueprints.
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