Visko has launched Orbis, a live video generation model capable of streaming 4K video at 24 frames per second while responding to user input without degrading quality over extended periods. The company has closed its pre-seed funding round to support development of this technology.
Nonresidential construction spending grew in July solely because of increased data center investments, masking weakness elsewhere in the sector. Spending declined month-over-month across 8 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories, signaling mixed momentum in commercial construction.
Robot safety programs need to address cybersecurity vulnerabilities that could compromise how machines perceive their environment, make decisions, and execute tasks on job sites. Current safety assurance methods are missing this critical layer of protection against attacks that could alter robot behavior.
Construction contractors are moving beyond intuition-based workforce planning by adopting data-driven technology solutions to forecast labor needs more accurately. Better resource planning helps companies address ongoing labor shortages and manage increasingly complex projects more effectively.
HowToRobot and Robotics Australia Group have launched a joint platform to help Australian construction and manufacturing businesses identify automation opportunities and implement robotic solutions. The platform connects companies with local robot suppliers and provides testing capabilities to evaluate automation before full adoption.
As construction companies expand to multiple job sites, disconnected software systems and inconsistent workflows are creating blind spots around spending, vendor management, and project decisions. Moving away from ad-hoc, individual-site management approaches is essential for maintaining operational control at scale.
John Deere has launched JD, an AI-powered tool that analyzes historical farm data to provide actionable insights for improving profitability. The new feature integrates into Deere's Operations Center platform, helping farmers move beyond manual spreadsheet management.
W.E. O'Neil completed Bally's Baton Rouge Casino and Hotel on the riverfront, combining new construction with historical building renovation. The project presented unique challenges in delivering a major hospitality complex on a constrained riverfront site.
Construction spending dropped in July compared to both June and the same month last year, reflecting weak demand across most project categories. Contractors are navigating challenging market conditions as clients pull back on investments.
Skild AI introduced S1, a foundation model that allows robots to learn new tasks by watching video demonstrations. This technology could streamline how construction robots adapt to different job site requirements without extensive reprogramming.
Washington — Workers who use cranes, lifts or ladders should keep tall machinery and loads at least 20 feet away from overhead power lines, NIOSH emphasizes in a new toolbox talk. “Contact with overhead power lines can result in serious injury and even death,” the agency says in the resource,…
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Bring Back the Trades and Milwaukee Tool launched a Tool Grant Program, awarding $1,500 in equipment to a New Hampshire electrical training program. The initiative aims to equip trade education programs with quality tools to better prepare students for careers in the skilled trades.
Reframe Systems secured $40M in funding to expand its network of automated microfactories that produce building components near job sites. The company uses robotics to manufacture housing units locally, aiming to improve construction efficiency and reduce delivery times.
A federal judge in Virginia issued a temporary restraining order on Aug. 20 blocking the federal government from accessing personal information of over 17 million commercial driver's license holders across the country. The decision protects the privacy rights of CDL holders, including many construction professionals who rely on commercial driving credentials for their work.
Meta and the Associated Builders and Contractors have established America's Workforce Academy, a $115 million training program to prepare construction workers for data center construction jobs. The initiative addresses labor needs in the rapidly expanding data center sector.
NIOSH is promoting Respiratory Protection Day on September 1 to emphasize proper respirator use and workplace safety for millions of workers. Employers are encouraged to share resources and information about respiratory protection protocols on the job.
Construction project management in 2027 will be shaped by advances in digital technology, automation, and data analytics that streamline planning, scheduling, and resource allocation. These innovations will enable project managers to make faster decisions, reduce delays, and improve overall project delivery compared to today's standards.
Embodied AI systems face a fundamental computational bottleneck when deployed on job sites, limiting their ability to process complex planning tasks in real time. New mathematical approaches are needed to overcome this edge AI wall and make physical robots practical for construction work.
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AI implementation in preconstruction requires proper foundational setup rather than pursuing speed as the primary goal. Gaurav Singal argues that getting the fundamentals right matters more than rushing to deploy AI solutions.
Robotic swarms can use either centralized or decentralized power management systems, each with distinct advantages and trade-offs. A hybrid approach combining both methods may deliver superior performance for construction applications.
The U.S. Navy has released new technical requirements to accelerate metallic 3D printing adoption across submarine construction, maintenance, and repair by removing administrative and engineering barriers. This streamlined approach aims to scale additive manufacturing throughout the submarine enterprise more rapidly than previous processes allowed.
Brian Corp's CTO John Black discusses how the robotics industry is moving beyond traditional teach-and-repeat programming to more advanced AI systems like SelfPath. Building trust in robotic fleets requires addressing reliability and safety concerns that construction teams depend on for job site deployment.
Deere exceeded third-quarter expectations and raised its financial guidance despite facing industry headwinds. The equipment manufacturer is investing $10 million with Reservoir to develop artificial intelligence solutions for agriculture technology.