Patent law needs to keep pace as construction technology advances for space-based building projects. Protecting intellectual property rights for these innovations will be critical as the industry develops new capabilities beyond Earth.
3D printer manufacturer Stratasys has expanded its product lineup with a new PolyJet printer, new software tools for GrabCAD, a new medical silicone for Origin systems, and a new PA12 powder for SAF production. Announced together, the updates target functional prototyping, patient-specific medical…
Connected data will be the foundation that enables AI to deliver real value on construction sites, moving beyond isolated tools to integrated systems that improve decision-making across projects. Contractors who invest in data infrastructure now will gain competitive advantages in productivity, cost control, and project outcomes as AI capabilities mature.
Artec 3D, a 3D scanning hardware and software company, has launched Artec Jet, a mobile LiDAR system for survey-grade 3D mapping across large sites. Introduced alongside new processing software called Artec Twins, the scanner is designed for use by hand, drone, or vehicle in indoor, outdoor,…
Tesla begins Optimus production in Q2 2026, replacing Fremont’s legacy car lines, breaking ground in Texas as it scales toward a robotics-first future. The post From EVs to robotics: Tesla targets 10M Optimus units with new Texas plant appeared first on The Robot Report .
Bright Laser Technologies (BLT), a Chinese metal additive manufacturing company, collaborated in the development of smartphone manufacturer OPPO’s Find N6 foldable smartphone by producing titanium 3D printed hinge components used to improve display flatness and minimize creasing. The project…
Investment is led by Business Development Bank of Canada’s Industrial Innovation Venture Fund and Vantage Futures to expand production and R&D capacity. The post Cruz’ing through the terminal: A&K Robotics lands $8M for autonomous mobility appeared first on The Robot Report .
Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research (IAP) and NMI Natural and Medical Sciences Institute have jointly developed a patent-pending biomimetic tissue substitute that uses 3D printing as its structural backbone, and is now ready for industrial translation. The material, developed under…
Glydways plans to build networks of autonomous vehicle expressways that move people at 10 times the throughput of today's technology. The post Glydways brings in $170M to scale its AV technology appeared first on The Robot Report .
Copper alloys have long been among the most coveted yet most difficult materials in additive manufacturing. Their extraordinary thermal and electrical properties make them indispensable for aerospace, electronics, and advanced energy systems, but their high reflectivity to near-infrared lasers has…
Healthcare robotics experts from Harvard, ForceN, Rovex Technologies, SKA Robotics, Aethon, MassRobotics, and more will speak at the show. The post Learn about the latest advancements in healthcare robotics at the Robotics Summit & Expo appeared first on The Robot Report .
Additive manufacturing has a documentation gap that no design file can fully address. CAD models capture geometry, and process parameters record settings, but neither preserves the engineering rationale behind a critical design revision, or the process adjustment a technician made mid-build to…
Crewline automates construction rollers with retrofit kits, tackling labor shortages with a $7.1M seed round and $26M waitlist. The post Crewline secures $7.1M to automate construction’s most repetitive task appeared first on The Robot Report .
Able to extend up and over obstacles, the new model gets redesigned for increased stability, smoother operation and with added...
Consigli Construction is leveraging AI primarily for estimating work, using it to track revisions and manage trade-offs in projects. The company has made AI tools an expected part of daily operations for its workforce.
The articulating WL750, WL950 and WL1150 range from 8,157 to 13,448 pounds and 56 to 74 horsepower.
Four construction technology companies expanded their product portfolios in 2026, while two builders made strategic acquisitions to grow their market share. The M&A activity signals continued consolidation in the construction sector as firms seek to strengthen competitive positions.
Construction companies are prioritizing climate and sustainability targets alongside traditional business metrics like revenue and win rates, signaling a fundamental shift in how the industry measures success. Eighty-four percent of firms are maintaining or accelerating their climate commitments, making environmental performance a core competitive factor alongside cost and schedule.
Data center project cancellations spiked to 25 in 2025 from 6 in 2024, driven by local opposition and power grid constraints. States are considering moratoriums as they struggle to manage the infrastructure demands of rapid data center expansion.
Plus: Volvo CE selects dealer of the year; Cat and Hyundai dealerships expand; and Trimble acquires startup Document Crunch.
GrayMatter Robotics and Path Robotics are both deepening their existing relationship with HII, one of the country's leading shipbuilders. The post HII partners with Path Robotics, GrayMatter Robotics to accelerate shipbuilding appeared first on The Robot Report .
The A30 and A40 Electric dump trucks are first to market, delivering diesel-like performance, lower emissions and up to 6 hours...
Construction and engineering companies face shared business risks heading into 2026, though the specific challenges aren't detailed in this snippet. To understand the key threats, the full article provides the complete analysis from industry leaders.
Reframe Systems, co-founded by Vikas Enti SM '20, creates microfactories for modular home construction, reducing carbon emissions and costs.