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The 11 Most Interesting Construction Technology Stories of 2019

January 6, 2020 Shane Hedmond
via Boston Dynamics

via Boston Dynamics

2019 saw continued advances across many sectors of construction technology. Software companies continue to be gobbled up, as consolidation and integrations are helping to streamline resources for contractors. Some robotics have made their way to the jobsite, though they’re still not ready to make a significant impact just yet.

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GM Developed ‘Roboglove’ Could Make Construction Workers Stronger, Less Fatigued

July 18, 2016 Shane Hedmond
Via Youtube

Via Youtube

With the introduction of 3D printers on construction job sites, many are worried that robots will begin taking over the jobs of hardworking tradesmen.  It’s more likely, however, that workers will be working WITH robots long before we’re completely replaced.  For example, one company that makes exoskeletons to help paraplegics walk is also developing an exoskeleton specifically for constructions workers that will allow them to lift 50 pound pieces of equipment with one finger. Now, a former NASA and General Motors (GM) partnership has turned into an expedition into the blue collar fields.

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In Tools, Technology, MEP Tags construction, construction robotics, robots in construction, robotic glove construction, GM bioservo project, GM NASA project, GM robotic glove, roboglove 2016, construction technology 2016
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