Adhesive Characteristic and Mechanism of Ballastless Track Sealant in Hydrolysis Condition

Introduction The quality of sealant installation in the supporting layer joint of the ballastless track is a key factor in the determination of its service life (Lin and Yan, 2014). Given their proper installation, sealants can protect the rebar and edges of the supporting-layer concrete from atmospheric precipitation. The most widely used sealant material in […]

My 30-Minute AI-Powered 3D Visualization Workflow

Creating stunning visualizations of buildings and environments requires knowledge and skills, regardless of the fantastic tools designers have. How about using generative AI to do the same without much special training or experience? I stumbled upon Veras®, an AI tool from Evolve Lab. Veras is an AI-powered visualization add-in for SketchUp®, Revit® & Rhinoceros® that uses your 3D model […]

Revamping the Construction Value Chain for Better Results

Industrialized construction is crucial in meeting housing needs affordably. There are many ways to industrialize construction. Fira, a Finnish contractor, has developed its model with excellent results. Finnish contractors have used precast concrete panels and slabs to build apartments since the 1960s. That speeds up the construction of the structural frame, facades, and stairways. However, […]