Emerging Construction Technologies

Other Technologies

Communication
	Fact Sheets		Best Links
		- Orinoco Outdoor Wireless LAN
		- Mobile Inspection Assistance
		- Global Mobile Communications System

Engineering Software
	Fact Sheets		Best Links
		- A Decision Support System for the Selection of Imaging Technologies to Detect Underground Utilities: IMAGTECH
		- PRRT^TM Project Rework Reduction Tool
		- Augmented Reality Computer-Aided Drawing (AR CAD)
		- Decision Aid for Electronic Simulation in Construction		- Web Site
		- REALabor - Labor Management Software
		- Dynamic Construction Visualizer
		- Lean Project Delivery System
		- Stroboscope
		- Palm Estimating		- Web Site
		- Updater: Mobile Schedule Tracking Software		- Literature
		- Prosidyc: Simulation Program for Construction
		- VirtualSTEP: 4D Simulation

Equipment Automation

Fact Sheets

Best Links

			- Pneumatic Capsule Pipeline
			- 3D GPS Based Earthmoving
			- Trevi Park - Automatic Parking System		- Web Sites
			- Non-Intrusive Site Scanning with LIDAR (Light Radar) System		- Literature
			- Real-time Construction-component Tracking System		- Conferences
			- 4D Modeling
			- Hybrid Computerized Decision Support System for Infrastructure Assessment
			- Device for Improving Crane Productivity & Safety
			- Automated Composite Column Wrapping
			- Radio Frequency Identification Tag

Non-Destructive Evaluation

Fact Sheets

Best Links

		- Sensors for SCAPS
		- Site Characterization and Analysis Penetrometer System (SCAPS): Assessing Site Contamination
		- Real-time 3D GPS Monitoring System
		- 3D Ground Penetrating Imaging Radar
		- Fiber Optic Sensor - Monitoring Precast Beams
		- ARCAgent - Weld Process Quality Monitoring System
		- Leak Detection System for Underground Storage Tank	- Web Sites
		- Smart Structures for Bridges	- Literature





Recycling
	*Fact Sheets*
		- RP-1 Polymer Identification System: Recycler or Plastic
		- Production of Construction Materials Using Advanced Recycling Technologies
		- Infrared Gas Sensor


	Remediation

Fact Sheets

Best Links

			- Encapco Emulsified Treated Base Product		- Web Sites
			- T.O.C.S. : Hydrogen Sulfide Remission System		- Literature
			- Fiber-Optic Laser Technology for Decontaminating Metals		- Conferences
			- DMA^TM: Digestion Material for Asbestos
			- Asbestos Removal System using High-Pressure Water

Robotics

Fact Sheets

Best Links

	- Robotized Spraying of Glass Reinforced Concrete (GRC) Panels	- Web Sites
	- Reinforced Cage Robot for Concrete Beams and Columns	- Literature
	- Mobile Bricklaying Robot	- Conferences
	- Automated Tank Surface Finishing System

Security
	- Acoustic Wave Sensor
	- Air Ventilation Protection System for Building Securitty
	- Pattern Recognized Surveillance System
	- Emerging Video Surveillance and Monitoring System
	- New Access Control Technologies: Biometric Identification Recognition

Site Positioning and Metrology

Fact Sheets

Best Links

			- 3D Laser scanning and modeling system		- Web Sites
			- Real-Time Positioning		- Literature

Soil Remediation

Fact Sheets

Best Links

			- Funnel and Gate System		- Web Sites
			- In Situ Enhanced Soil Mixing		- Literature
			- In Situ Remediation using Horizontal Wells		- Conferences
			- Jet-Grouting Constructed Laminar Diaphragms
			- Glass Diaphragm Walls
			- Extraction of Contaminated Soils using High Pressure Jet Grouting Techniques
			- Hydraulic and Pneumatic Fracturing for In Situ Remediation
			- In Situ Vitrification (ISV)
			- Plasma Torch - Soil and Waste

Water/Waste Systems

Fact Sheets

Best Links

		- Chemical Cleaning Process for Potable Water Pipes		- Web Sites

Water Dectection/Resistance
	Fact Sheets		Best Links
		- ElectroOsmotic Pulse Technology for Prevention of Water Intrusion in the Concrete Structure
		- Cable-based Water Leak Detection System

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Last Modified: Monday, 19-Apr-04 13:26:00 EST