Podcast with TYLin Bridge Engineer Atiq Alvi
Todd Danielson, Informed Infrastructure’s editorial director, interviewed Atiq Alvi, vice president, National Lead for Bridge Rehabilitation, Florida Bridge Sector manager at TYLin, a part of Sidara’s global collaborative. They had a wide ranging and detailed discussion of bridge engineering, including the fragile state of U.S. bridges, how engineers can help improve the situation, and some of the latest and most-useful bridge technology as well as how Alvi has used them throughout his extens...
Podcast with Matern Engineers Working to Develop New Engineer Pipeline
Todd Danielson, Informed Infrastructure’s editorial director, interviewed Matern Professional Engineering's Brad Pascarella, P.E., LEED AP, Director of Commercial Division, Senior Electrical Engineer; and Dorian Maness, GGP, Senior Project Manager, EDU Division, Mechanical Engineer. They discussed the emerging Career and Technical Education (CTE) space that's trying to develop a pipeline for much-needed new engineers.
Video: Reconstructing Topanga's Heritage
The hillsides of Topanga have witnessed centuries of change, from indigenous stewardship to modern development. When fire swept through this property, the Miyamoto team approached the assessment with respect for both the land's history and its future resilience. Our assessment revealed that portions of the original foundation could be preserved, saving the homeowners significant costs in demolition and reconstruction. More importantly, this approach substantially reduces their rebuilding time...
Podcast with Gregg Semler, Founder and CEO, InPipe Energy
Todd Danielson, Informed Infrastructure’s editorial director, interviewed Gregg Semler, founder and CEO, InPipe Energy. They discussed how renewable electrical energy can be derived from excess water pressure in pipes, and how engineers can think beyond their individual projects and how they fit into larger systems.
Podcast with René Morkos, Founder and CEO, ALICE Technologies
Todd Danielson, Informed Infrastructure’s editorial director, interviewed René Morkos, founder and CEO, ALICE Technologies. They discussed how almost every engineering project is a construction project and therefore scheduling must be a key feature of initial designs. They also talked about how different owners/stakeholders may not need complex 3D and 4D scheduling programs, and simpler 1D to 2D models may be better suited for them.
Podcast with Greg Laugeni, Technical Manager at GCP
Todd Danielson, Informed Infrastructure’s editorial director, interviewed Greg Laugeni, Technical Manager at GCP. They discussed micro-trench infill systems and the role they play in transportation infrastructure projects, including for developing broadband communication networks.
Video: Rebuild LA, Fireproof LA: One Home at a Time
In the aftermath of devastating wildfires, recovery extends far beyond initial cleanup. It's a continuous process of helping communities rebuild their lives through technical expertise, compassion, and resilience planning. Our team, led by Dr. Kit Miyamoto, has been working alongside homeowners in Topanga, California following recent fires. One of the most impactful aspects of our work occurs during the crucial assessment phase. Recently, while visiting a 76-year-old homeowner's property,...
Video: How a Rural City Is Dealing With PFAS in Its Drinking Water
In 2021, the city of Glen Dale, W.Va., identified PFAS in their drinking water. See how this city is battling PFAS contaminants and what their plan is on tackling this issue.
Video: ACI Strategic Plan: Building a Resilient Future Together
ACI Strategic Plan Our Future | Vision ACI envisions a future where our stakeholders have the knowledge and skills necessary to use concrete effectively in a changing world. Our Business | Mission ACI advances knowledge of concrete and its use. Our Community | Stakeholders ACI serves a diverse global community of stakeholders who rely on our expertise, services, and products. Our Values | We Strive For Benefit to society Credibility Consensus Respect...
Video: Improving Steel Pipelines for Safe Transport of Hydrogen
The steel used to make pipelines can be weakened by hydrogen molecules that are introduced during manufacturing or when the pipeline is transporting oil and gas. USask researchers used the CLS to generate 3D images of the cracks that form inside the steel, to better understand what is happening at a microscopic level. They found that the amount of hydrogen that stays inside the steel and where it accumulates have the largest impact on whether a pipeline will fail. This new information can be use...