Join the National Institute of Building Sciences BIM Council, as we discuss the current state of digital delivery and lay the groundwork for future exploration. This webinar will highlight an increasing trend toward collaboration and the impacts of requirements related to information privacy and cyber security. We will hear from leaders and stakeholders from the […]
New Multi-Period Response Spectra and Ground Motion Requirements This presentation summarizes a comprehensive set of new multi-period response spectra (MPRS) and related ground motion requirements of the 2020 edition of the NEHRP Recommended Provisions (and ASCE/SEI 7-22). These changes collectively improve the accuracy of the frequency content of earthquake design ground motions and enhance the reliability of the […]
Join the National Institute of Building Sciences in Washington, DC, as we uncover current state challenges and discover opportunities to improve capital project delivery in the digital age. The in-person workshop, with lead facilitation provided by our BIM Council leadership and distinguished partners, will bring together a maximum of 50 hand-selected AECO stakeholders to participate […]
Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) Shear Wall Design Example Seismic force resisting systems based on Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) shear walls have garnered considerable attention for use in building structures around the world for many years with standardization as a seismic force resisting system happening in the U.S. for the first time with inclusion of seismic […]
Composite Plate Shear Wall / Concrete Filled (C-PSW/CF), also known as the SpeedCore system, is an efficient seismic force-resisting system for buildings. Two types of C-PSW/CF systems are possible: coupled and uncoupled. Seismic design requirements for uncoupled C-PSW/CF systems were addressed in ASCE/SEI 7-16 and AISC 341-16, Section H7. Coupled C-PSW/CF systems are more ductile […]
The EV revolution is here, and GM is focused on efforts that drive a 0,0,0, future (Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion). A crucial transformation of our transport system to EV is necessary, if we are to achieve the goals of climate change, while at the same time decarbonizing the grid. Maintaining reliability is […]
Women in the built environment are daring the rest of us to confront stereotypes that lead to harmful hiring practices and personnel policies that reinforce barriers of the past and continue to hold women back. These groundbreakers defy the odds in the male-dominated industries that support the built environment, and they must be aligned to […]
The Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) is an accepted approach to gather all the costs associated with ownership of a facility over its life. The inputs to TCO are drawn from several sources and require transparency and collaboration. However, as several of these inputs are forecasts, the resultant TCO is affected by the accuracy of […]
Priorities in material selection have changed. From global environmental objectives to specific federal policy changes, the way we go about material selection and justifications must check several boxes. This presentation will outline how climate resilience, low-embodied carbon materials objectives, and LCCA intersect while also providing separate important data points in the evaluation of materials for […]
The U.S. built environment has yet to realize the full benefits of digital transformation. NIBS is leading the development and dissemination of next-gen practice standards and processes for the built environment. The U.S. National BIM Program will provide a step-change in capacity, creating a platform and community to support the next phase of digital innovation. […]
The risk profile of current and emerging cyber threats to commercial and institutional building sites cannot be overstated. Sites include and may not be limited to critical utilities such as electric, water and waste management, hospitals, nursing homes, schools, airports, stadiums, office buildings, prisons, and courts. Protecting these sites from bad actions or errors from […]
Precast concrete is a durable and resilient material that provides many benefits to efficient, sustainable structures in the long term. While precast concrete has an upfront CO2 impact, the industry is working to reduce GHG emissions and increase the efficiency of its products. This presentation will discuss technical innovations to reduce the carbon footprint of […]
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