Building 4.0 CRC

WEEKEND READ | Project #24 (Next Generation of Robust and Fire-resilient Light Gauge Steel Systems for Mid-Rise Buildings) is investigating the behaviour of light gauge steel (LGS) structures. Compared with other construction materials, LGS is easy to install and is resistant to rotting, shrinking and termite attack. However, the robustness of connections is an area requiring more research. A recently published paper by Jingsheng Zhou, Tai Thai and Tuan Ngo used finite element (FE) analysis to test the response of cold-formed steel screwed connection with clip angle under tension or shear. Their paper – Simplified finite element model for screwed connections with clip angle – is available on our website.  You can find the link here: https://lnkd.in/ghyPDEXS #lightgaugesteel #LGS #FEanalysis #FiniteElementAnalysis

Building 4.0 CRC CEO Prof. Mathew Aitchison be speaking at the National Housing Solutions Summit, Tuesday 1 April in Melbourne. Organised by the Property Council of Australia, this event aims to address Australia’s most critical housing challenges, from missed housing targets to rising construction costs. Along with Danielle Wood (Productivity Commission), Sarah Kay (Woods Bagot), Stuart Penklis (Mirvac) and Briget O'Callaghan (Harwood Andrews), Mathew will be part of the session exploring options for enhancing construction productivity including: • Workforce reform • Affordable housing solutions • Modern Methods of Construction, innovation construction technologies and AI. This event is a unique opportunity to engage with leaders from both the property sector and government, and contribute to the conversation driving change in Australia’s housing landscape. Find out more about the Summit: https://lnkd.in/gctVZfrF

Early Career Researchers Cooperative Research Australia’s ECR Competition closes 6pm AEST, Monday 31 March 2025. Entrants should submit a 1-minute video explaining their research and its impact. From these videos, 3 finalists will have the opportunity to give a 5-minute presentation at the CRA’s Collaborate Innovate 2025 conference in Melbourne in May, where the audience will decide which of them will win $5,000! For more information on key dates, eligibility criteria, and how to enter, visit the Collaborate Innovate website: https://lnkd.in/gYkGKY8n

KNOWLEDGE SHARE | ADVANCING EDUCATION, SKILLS AND TRAINING FOR THE FUTURE OF BUILDING When: Tuesday 25 March 2025, 3–5.30 pm Where: Holmesglen Institute, Chadstone Campus, Victoria Our March Knowledge Share will explore education, skills and training needs as automation, offsite-manufacturing and Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) reshape Australia's building industry. Building on insights from CRC Projects, Prof. Chris Knapp (Building 4.0 CRC), Dr Robert Sobyra (BuildSkills Australia) and Dr Henry Pook (Holmesglen Institute) will highlight the key skills gaps, as well as the innovative solutions and initiatives fostering the next generation of highly skilled and innovative building professionals and transforming the culture of construction. After the presentations, attendees will have the unique opportunity to tour the Holmesglen Trade and Skills Centre, where cutting-edge training facilities are helping to shape the next wave of building industry professionals. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gsNxaEeD #ModernMethodsofConstruction #MMC #FutureofBuildingEducation #buildinginnovation

WEEKEND READ | A construction company’s business model reflects how it operates – how it creates, delivers and captures value from and for customers and society. A recent paper by PhD student Yimin Li traces the evolution of business model concepts in the construction industry. This literature review by Yimin and his co-authors Duncan Maxwell and Robert Moehler integrates both a chronological review and bibliometric analysis to provide a historical perspective on how the business model concept was introduced in the construction industry. The paper proposes a new typology of construction business model innovation based on the nature of value creation mechanisms. Check out Yimin’s paper – Evolving business models in the construction industry: a comprehensive review and analysis. The link is on our website: https://lnkd.in/ghyPDEXS #buildingbusinessmodels #buildingindustryproductivity

Reduce, reuse, recycle: Rethinking design approaches for a healthier future Transitioning to a circular economy is a key issue affecting Australia’s building industry. Moving from the ‘Take, make, waste’ model is challenging. For architects, what would it mean to practise within a circular economy model? For the latest edition of Architecture AU, guest editor Prof. Chris Knapp (Research Director at Building 4.0 CRC) collated expert perspectives on the various ways architects can embed circularity and propel the built environment towards a healthier future. Read about practical examples by CINARK - Center for Industrial Architecture, Built., Atelier Ten, Intelligent City, Hassell, Public Realm Lab, NMBW Architecture Studio, Finding Infinity, Neeson Murcutt Neille and Breathe. See more: https://lnkd.in/gZhfr8JQ #circulareconomy #circularityinbuilding #sustainableconstruction #sustainablebuilding

WEEKEND READ | Congratulations to Building 4.0 CRC PhD student Rozi Karimi. A new paper from Rozi and her co-authors Robert Moehler, Milad Baghalzadeh shishehgarkhaneh, Yihai Fang and Saima Ahmad, PhD explores social media’s impact on team dynamics and performance on construction sites. Here's the link: https://lnkd.in/gXfP-Ewy You can find out more about Rozi and her research on our website: https://lnkd.in/gq2FN2rv #constructionmanagement #socialmediause

Building 4.0 CRC PhD students and early career researchers – Entries are open for the Cooperative Research Australia Early Career Researcher competition. Here's your opportunity to share your research and its impact. Entries close 6pm AEST, Monday 31 March 2025. #ERCcompetition #researchimpact

WEEKEND READ | A new report from Building 4.0 CRC highlights how new mixed reality (MR) technologies can help address challenges assembling prefabricated building components. Lighthouse Project #13 (Mixed Reality Carpentry Demonstration) integrated the Twinbuild MR tool developed by Fologram with Ynomia’s tracking technology for the real-time assembly of a complex timber pavilion at the Building 4.0 CRC Annual Conference 2023.    Students from Holmesglen Institute received a hands-on demonstration of the MR technology, including an introduction to its features and capabilities, and instructions on how to use it for assembly tasks. Using these technologies meant construction components could be effectively tracked and visualised. This approach allowed students to start constructing the timber pavilion in less than 2 hours, a task that would typically take up to 3 days. The feedback from students showed the MR technologies increased engagement, and allowed students to rapidly develop skills and understand complex carpentry techniques. You can find out more in the project report: https://lnkd.in/gJV3ZSR2 Sahar Soltani | Lisa Giusti Gestri, PhD | Duncan Maxwell | Darcy Zelenko | Monash University | Ynomia | Fologram | Holmesglen Institute #mixedreality #MR #augmentedreality #AR #virtualreality #VR #prefabricatedbuildings #prefab #prefabricatedconstruction

NEW PROJECT | Space cooling in buildings consumes a lot of energy, contributing to high operational costs and high greenhouse case emissions. New Building 4.0 CRC partner Taphcore® has developed an innovative Phase Change Material (PCM) product that aims to reduce cooling costs, improve energy efficiency and lower greenhouse gas emissions. This lightweight construction material absorbs and releases energy to provide heating and cooling; it also complies with fire safety requirements. It can be panelised to replace conventional wall, ceiling or floor linings. Our new project (#76) will design and install a PCM radiant cooling system in a purpose-built full-scale testing facility, and then monitor performance. Read more about the project: https://lnkd.in/g_Pu4DFY Behzad Rismanchi | Stefan Brey | Bryon Price | Tuan Ngo | Lu Aye | Taphcore Invaus | University of Melbourne #sustainablebuildings #sustainablebuildingmaterials #netzeroemissions #buildingcooling #energyefficiency