Emerging Technologies in Construction

Which of the following is an example of an emerging technology in construction?

• Long-lasting LEDs

• Traditional bricks

• Wooden beams

• Asphalt roofing

What type of construction material is designed to repel germs?

• Germ-repellent materials

• Corrosion-proof steel

• Impermeable paint

• Spray-on solar panels

Which construction technology involves using a material that can heal itself?

• Self-healing concrete

• Interactive panels

• Robotic construction

• Rice buildings

What is a feature of super wood in construction?

• Translucent properties

• High thermal conductivity

• Heavy weight

• Low durability

Which of the following is a technology used to create buildings using a digital model?

• 3D printed buildings

• Spray-on solar panels

• Light generating concrete

• Pollution absorbing bricks

What is 3D printing sometimes called?

• Subtractive Manufacturing

• Additive Manufacturing

• Traditional Manufacturing

• Reductive Manufacturing

Which of the following materials can be used in 3D printing?

• Thermoplastic polyurethane filaments

• Glass

• Concrete

• Sand

What is one use of 3D printing in metal?

• Creating plastic toys

• Printing books

• Repairs of historical components

• Making paper crafts

What are some examples of components printed for construction using 3D printing?

• Guttering, historical replicas, replacement columns

• Windows, doors, roofing tiles

• Electrical wiring, plumbing pipes, insulation

• Paint, wallpaper, flooring

Who designed the fully functional 3D printed stainless steel construction bridge?

• Joris Larmaan lab

• City & Guilds Institute

• EAL Corporation

• MX3D Robotics