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The article discusses the mixed reality or augmented reality (AR), a technology used by the construction industry for designing projects. It states that the tool allows users to map images into objects in field of vision while wearing technology-laden DAQRI construction helmet. It mentions that the technology still lacks level of information density.

The article announces winners of the 2013 Best of the Best Projects based on design and construction excellence in the U.S. including the Bullitt Center, the Tom Bradley International Terminal and the John W. Turk Jr. Power Plant.

The article announces the Top 25 newsmakers for 2013, chosen by the "Engineering News-Record" (ENR) journal, which include Michael Adlerstein, the architect who is leading the renovation of the United Nations headquarters in New York City, Alan Barnhart who leads Barnhart Crane & Rigging, which transported the world's largest tunnel-boring machine (TBM) to Seattle, Washington, and Daniel Christian of Victaulic which produced a handbook of best practices for engineering contractors.

The article discusses the cooperation between local, state, and federal government and the construction industry to aid in the recovery from Hurricane Sandy, particularly noting the use of the construction industry in restoring infrastructure and moving sand. It addresses efforts to restore power to communities in New York and New Jersey, as well as explores the work of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The article highlights the benefits of using tablet computers in construction projects. It details how tablet computers enhance productivity in construction sites, speed up communication, arrange logistics and manage other complications relating to the project. It highlights the key features of tablet computers that make them attractive to construction workers, and discusses how tablets are incorporated at home and at work.

This article features the reputation of Doug Oberhelman, chief executive officer (CEO) of construction and mining equipment producer Caterpillar. It recognizes Oberhelman for obtaining respect among employees, investors, dealers and contractors as a business leader with an approachable style. It also acknowledges the interest of Oberhelman in building relationships with dealers and customers to ensure success in business.

The article focuses on the move of U.S.-based crane owners JE Dunn Logistics Inc. and Morrow Equipment Co. to implement tougher safety protocols as part of an effort to address accidents in the construction industry involving cranes. Workers of Morrow Equipment are attending seminars on fall protection, rigging and electrical protection. JE Dunn, which inspects its tower cranes every six weeks, uses a software program called DB02 to monitor its safety compliance.

The article focuses on the safety protocols for cranes being observed by crane owners J.E. Dunn Logistics Inc. and Morrow Equipment Co. It notes that J.E. Dunn observes a standard practice in which the amount of play in a crane turntable is being measured. It mentions that the company follows such procedure despite not being mandated by law for a routine inspection to be able to limit safety risks. It adds that Morrow employees are subjected to classes on areas such as fall protection and electrical protection.

The article reports on the move of crane owners to advance inspections to comply with more stringent quality controls in the U.S. According to those who are stepping up their safety programs, the economic recession provides the best time to raise safety controls before the market rebounds. Salem, Oregon-based Morrow Equipment Co. is offering classes that include seminars on fall protection and electrical protection to its employees. As of 2010, annual inspections are being required by federal rules but they do not mandate the inspector to be licensed.

The article features several people within the U.S. construction industry who are said to have made significant contributions to the sector. It notes that Textura chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) Patrick Allin was able to establish the company into the bill-pay Web site of the sector. It mentions that Kenneth E. Atkins was able to get seven road construction projects rolling following his appointment as public works administrator at Osceola County Public Works Department in Florida. Another notable person is Mike Betz of Caterpillar Inc.

The article discusses a competition between geothermal-heat pumps (GHPs) and related systems in the U.S. It is stated that these systems, if designed to be efficient, can produce more energy than they consume and yield a positive coefficient of performance (COP). Among the factors that affect the system's ability to save the owner money include the struggle of engineers with design complexities. It talks about a growth in the market for ground-source heat pumps (GSHPs).

The article focuses on rental company AMECO in Greenville, South Carolina. It cites the services provided by the company to a powerplant under construction near Franklin, Texas. AMECO President Gary Bernardez talks about the impact of the recession on their business. An overview of the challenges faced by the company in procuring a global fleet of pickup trucks and other equipment categories is offered. It notes that AMECO Vice President (VP) Dean Smith attended an auction new Orlando, Florida, in February 2009 to purchase several machines at low prices.

The article discusses the popularity of construction machinery auctions across the U.S. It offers an overview of an auction held by Ritchie Bros. in Davenport, Florida. It cites the impact of auctions on the construction industry. It talks about the financial performance of auction companies in 2008. It states that rental companies used the Ritchie Bros. auction to decrease their inventory and get cash back on their suffering balance sheets.

The article announces the top 25 newsmakers who have been recognized by "Engineering News-Record" for their innovations and achievements in 2008 which include engineering professor Bernard Amadei, county engineer Warren Schlatter, and architect Shaun Killa.

The article focuses on the call for tighter crane oversight amid the increasing number of fatal crane accidents in the U.S. and around the world. Studies reveal that a very small percentage of tower cranes are involved in deadly U.S. accidents, only about 5 percent. But a crane accident in New York City in 2008 made people in the construction industry realize the hazards being faced by hundreds of thousands of workers on the jobsite.

The article addresses the growth of renewable energy sector in the U.S. The most active renewables today, wind, solar and geothermal, make up just 10 percent of the renewables market. Wind-energy development has grown rapidly in the last decade, and solar and geothermal energy also have benefited from supportive government policies in recent years. One sign of renewable energy's new vitality is the swelling flow of venture capital to the market.

The article focuses on crane accidents in the U.S. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, there has been an average of almost 82 fatalities related to crane accidents annually since 1997. Globally, the rate of crane fatalities are up by 44%. The disasters have constantly occurred, with a March 15, 2008 fatal collapse in midtown Manhattan, followed by more crane accidents in Florida, Maryland, Illinois, Texas, Wisconsin, California, Iowa, Pennsylvania, Indiana and Missouri.

In this article, the author looks at the prevalence of crane failures in the U.S. construction industry. The author cites cases of crane accidents and their implications for safety in the industry. He notes the actions taken by contractors to enhance safety for their workers. He suggests that employers may put little emphasis on educating workers about the dangers.

The article features engineer, Clyde N. Baker Jr. He spent 54 years at Vernon Hills, Illinois-based STS/AECOM applying soil theory, in-the-ground testing instrumentation and careful observation to bring up the science of soils. Baker has taken lessons learned on Chicago buildings, tunnels and other structures and applied them overseas, having consulted on the construction of Burj Dubai. In all, Baker has consulted on seven of the 20 tallest buildings.

The article evaluates several pickup trucks including products from General Motors, Ford Motor Co. and Chrysler LLC.

The article reports on the investigation of the I-35W bridge collapse in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Forensic engineers are working under intense river conditions aided by a high-tech menu of investigative gear and a finite element analysis program modeled after failure scenarios. They are studying old documents bearing architectural blueprints of the bridge. The National Transportation Safety Board is leading the federal investigation.

The article offers information on the triennial CONEXPO-CON/AGG exhibition to be held at Las Vegas Convention Center in Nevada on March 22 to 26, 2011.

The article reports that James Delayo, the acting chief inspector of cranes and derricks in New York City, has been charged with accepting bribes in exchange for crane permits and the answer sheets to the city's operator examinations. The charges came as a result of the New York Department of Investigation's look into the fatal crane collapses in Manhattan in March and May 2008. Delayo allegedly took a $500 bribe from a crane company for passing someone who did not take an exam, as well as giving a copy of an exam to a crane company for $3,000.

The article reports on the architectural design of the Museum of Bond Vehicles & Espionage in Momence, Illinois, designed by architecture firm Gensler.

The article discusses Indianapolis's annual exhibit for Canstruction, U.S. charity that invites several construction firms to design and build food-can sculptures and mentions that the cans are donated to the pantries. Topics discussed include views of Megan Scott, marketing manager for architect firm Schmidt Associates, on teams representing the event, winning teams of construction firms including Kroger Co., and Indianapolis Canstruction competition of several sculptures.

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "Leather By Necessity" by Rita Orrell in the April/May 2015 issue.

The article focuses on the increased contributions by donors and increased efforts by teachers to attract new talent into the construction and engineering careers. Topics discussed include insights of Bob Bowen, chairman of infrastructure contractor Bowen Engineering Corp., and his contributions to the industry, the importance of well informed teachers to increase learning potential, and The Beavers Charitable Trust, which offers funds for professorships at universities.

The article explains the habit of male mice that sing for mating purposes with females, based on a Duke University research.

The article assesses the air pollution caused by grilling hamburgers, based on a study at the University of California, Riverside.

The article shows the figures on various news issues including the 4,000 surgical supplies not provided to patients annually, 40 percent unconsumed food in the U.S., and 66 percent of women aged 18 to 34 considering career as a main priority.

The article previews the assistant robot Baxter from Rethink Robotics.

The article reports that Freedom House cited Estonia as the top country in the world in terms of Internet freedom.

The article explains the depression of Mary Todd Lincoln since the death of her late husband and U.S. President Abraham Lincoln.

The article explains the role of clothes in impacting identity and interaction of people to the world, based on a Northwestern University research involving people wearing coats of doctors and painters.

The article reports that a large swordfish eyeball was discovered in Pompano Beach, Florida.

The article discusses how the head of the design-based and anti-hunger nonprofit organization Canstruction, Carrie Kirk expand the presence of the charity worldwide. It states that she moved the organization to Atlanta, commissioned a new logo, and overhauled participation structure. It mentions that the organization have 10,000 volunteers across 30 countries.

The article discusses pumps that offer diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), highway truck stops stocking DEF at diesel pumps, and automotive parts shops and dealerships offering DEF jugs at a higher price.

The article offers information on the 2016 Ram 3500 truck from Ram Trucks.

The article offers information on 2017 Super Duty trucks including F-650, and F-750 from Ford Motor Co.