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These 3D-printed floor panels are as strong as their steel-framed counterparts but are made from a mixture of biobased polylactic acid and repurposed wood flour. Each panel can be easily customized to accommodate HVAC, plumbing, and electrical needs. (Image courtesy of the University of Maine)

The future of construction? The case for 3D-printed, biobased materials

3D-printed construction materials are as strong as steel, save on labor, and are biodegradable.

Overhead pantographs provide automatic and high-current charging and allow for quick, high-power charging sessions. (Image courtesy of STV)

In transition to zero-emission buses, California shows how to clear hurdles

Two new collaborations for zero-emission bus infrastructure upgrades in the Golden State are prime examples.

How civil engineers must adapt to the new risks of flooding

Climate change has made it more difficult to predict future flooding. Here’s how civil engineers can respond.

Integrated land use, as demonstrated in Wilson, North Carolina, creates vibrant communities and allows residents to avoid long automobile trips that result in greenhouse gas emissions. (Image courtesy of city of Wilson, North Carolina)

Transportation Department has 3-part plan to decarbonize sector

Convenience, efficiency, and clean mobility are at core of shift to net-zero emissions.

How much stronger are hybrid beams of timber and steel?

Bending tests show whether hybrid timber–steel encased beams have potential in real-world applications.

The AI revolution is here

Is artificial intelligence the future of civil engineering? Yes, probably, but here’s the thing: it’s also the present.

Engineers are needed after disasters for search and rescue, emergency safety assessments, failure investigations, and repair and reconstruction. (Photograph courtesy of istock.com/hxdbzxy)

Engineers share critical safety tips for helping at natural disaster sites

As natural disasters increase in number and severity, more engineers will be needed at disaster sites for search and rescue, safety assessments, and more.

Wildfires in the wildland-urban interface have caused catastrophic structural damage. (Photograph courtesy of iStock.com/milehightraveler)

New computationally efficient model will ‘tame’ fire

The model’s ability to capture the likelihood of building damage in a wildfire event opens up a new paradigm for tackling the wildfire problem.

Natural language processing — a form of artificial intelligence — is revolutionizing how engineers interact with complex information.

Powerful combo of AI tools transforms how engineers handle complex info

Natural language processing is changing how engineers interact with complex information. These AI tools accelerate the process of accessing technical content.

Can walkable communities and our drive-thru culture coexist? Yes, and here’s how

Walkable communities are on the rise, but making them coexist with ubiquitous drive-thrus presents challenges.

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