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Smart Asphalt: Roads That Repair Themselves and Generate Power

The Constructor

Smart asphalt represents a groundbreaking advancement in road construction technology, combining self-healing capabilities with energy-harvesting systems. This innovative material not only repairs minor damage autonomously but also converts vehicular movement into usable electricity.

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3 Advanced Vehicle Innovations Driving Business Forward in 2022

Construction Business Owner

3 Advanced Vehicle Innovations Driving Business Forward in 2022. From an automated machine control forklift to 3D digital twin technology that creates a digital copy of an object in the physical world, the construction industry is continually building its own road to success with the latest digital tools and innovations.

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5 Innovations Revolutionizing Road Construction 

Construction Today

The field of road construction is on the cusp of a revolution, driven by a surge in innovative technologies and materials. As our societies grapple with challenges like climate change, urbanization, and the need for sustainable infrastructure, these advancements offer promising solutions.

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3 Lessons From the West Virginia DOT on Developing a Drone Program

Construction Business Owner

State departments of transportation (DOTs) are responsible for building and maintaining critical infrastructure across the country and finding new and innovative ways to address the demands of future growth on the nation’s roads and bridges. And their jobs have only become more challenging.

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[VIDEO] Roads Paved Using Recycled Plastic

Construction Equipment

A California company has devised a process that integrates recycled plastic into road repaving, an innovation that could revolutionize the industry while yielding environmental benefits. Sean Weaver, president of TechniSoil Industrial in the northern California city of Redding, says the polymer-…

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COVID-19: The Road To Recovery

Business Facilities

Economic development organizations and government officials have joined forces with local businesses to keep creating inspiring and innovative ways to meet the most urgent needs of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read: COVID-19: The Road To Recovery at BusinessFacilities.com. Here are their stories.

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CBO on the Road: Autodesk University

Construction Business Owner

The 3-day event covered a variety of different tech solutions for the construction industry, including some of Autodesk's own innovations. Construction Business Owner Managing Editor Elizabeth Manning traveled to Las Vegas, Nevada, to attend Autodesk University, Autodesk's annual customer event.

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