Engineering

8 Ways Augmented and Mixed Reality Improves Remote Collaboration and Worker Safety

A list of use cases for augmented and mixed reality that can help construction workers improve remote collaboration and worker safety during COVID-19 social distancing restrictions.

The Structural Professional’s Guide to Preventing Rework

RFIs and rework are the bane of every structural engineer’s existence. They cost time, money, and eat away at your reputation right along with your profit margin. Here’s how to prevent them.

The Building Technology Behind a Mile High Skyscraper

Experts predict there could be at least one mile-high skyscraper by 2050. There's also a likely trend of buildings over 3,200 feet high. What kind of tech will bring these buildings to life?

Video: The London Skyscrapers Built From the Top Down

Solve Structural Tackles 5,000 Ton Rebar Challenge Using Tekla & Trimble Connect

The Tekla workflow was particularly valuable on the One Nine Elms project, especially considering the sheer amount of reinforced concrete required and the selected top-down construction method.

Accuracy, Speed, and Enhanced Collaboration: The Structural Engineers' Joys of Using 3D Modeling

In the engineering world, accuracy, speed, and smooth collaboration are key to success. 3D modeling tools offer clear benefits in all of these areas, which are also reflected in the projects'...

Improved Collaboration Between Contractor and Designer with Quadri

Getting the contractor involved earlier in the design process using a common data environment.

How a Common Data Environment Helps Construction Teams Increase Collaboration and Reduce Risk

A common data environment (CDE) makes construction data accessible to the people who need it, when they need it. Learn more about common data environments.

Top 10 Reasons to Attend Trimble Dimensions+ 2022

Clear your schedule from November 7th through the 9th to attend the Dimensions+ user conference in none other than Las Vegas, Nevada.

20 of the Best Design and Construction Conferences for 2022-2023

Check out these best global design and construction conferences for 2022-2023, covering everything from prefab and design-build to finance and more sustainable construction.

Introducing The Great Library Project

The Great Library is a unique initiative that aims to challenge the application of Connected Construction by examining barriers to and success stories - from initial concept to the final delivery

[BIM EXPLAINED VIDEO] Why should I care about Object-Oriented BIM?

In this short BIM explainer, we answer the question of why you should care about Object-Oriented BIM. By using it, teams maintain data fidelity as they only have to share updates and tasks.

BIM for Infrastructure Execution Plan Template

Get your communication, data, and players aligned on your next project with this customizable template.

[BIM EXPLAINED VIDEO] Why Are IFCs Important?

Why are IFCs (Industry Foundation Classes) in BIM and virtual design and construction important? Watch this BIM Explained video to learn why in 60 seconds.

Innovating America’s Infrastructure: How Civil Engineers Can Rise to the Challenge

Leveraging BIM for Civil Engineering  America’s infrastructure is in desperate need of repair and reimagining. Government agencies at the federal, state and local levels are wrestling with how...

[VIDEO] How the new Museum of the Future in Dubai was Built

The newly completed Museum of the Future in Dubai is one of the most complex structures ever built — not only is its design and purpose unique, but also the way it was constructed.

Kicking Dirt, Closing Email, and Podcasting for the Next Generation: A Conversation with Bob Hildebranski

Senior construction engineer and podcaster Bob Hildebranski answers our questions about the best and worst parts of technology, and mentoring the next generation of construction workers.