With advancements in technologies and knowledge of prefabrication, it is only a matter of time before we are able to integrate multiple building systems into one singular process. For example, instead of our current wall system which requires labor from various individuals including construction workers, electricians, plumbers, painters, etc. we could develop a prefabricated wall system which houses each of the previous components. Each prefabricated wall section would anchor into the foundation and be ready for use. The resultant will not only simplify the process, but also significantly cut expenditure on cost and labor.
I agree with what Jarod says, and for an example of this in the present world, we can look at what Apple computers does. They have combined software and hardware design, modifications, and fabrication into one streamlined process without sacrificing the quality of the product. In fact, many argue that because one company is in control from start to finish, they have a better product at the end. If we were to apply this to construction, with a single large company being in charge of the design and fabrication from start to finish the product will have more potential of better quality. The only downside is loss of jobs for those who specialize in the construction industry.
Construction of cars, ships, and planes involve expertise in many different fields. When trying to put something together of this scale, there are many individuals who must be involved in the process. Technology is not what is holding us back from rapid construction, it is the issues involved with communication between the different fields of experts that makes the process of construction a slow one. This could be solved by adopting advances that are being made in communication technologies, like quick adjustments in drawings between architect and engineer electronically. That way people could communicate more efficiently, and the construction process could be sped up.
With advancements in technologies and knowledge of prefabrication, it is only a matter of time before we are able to integrate multiple building systems into one singular process. For example, instead of our current wall system which requires labor from various individuals including construction workers, electricians, plumbers, painters, etc. we could develop a prefabricated wall system which houses each of the previous components. Each prefabricated wall section would anchor into the foundation and be ready for use. The resultant will not only simplify the process, but also significantly cut expenditure on cost and labor.
ReplyDeleteI agree with what Jarod says, and for an example of this in the present world, we can look at what Apple computers does. They have combined software and hardware design, modifications, and fabrication into one streamlined process without sacrificing the quality of the product. In fact, many argue that because one company is in control from start to finish, they have a better product at the end. If we were to apply this to construction, with a single large company being in charge of the design and fabrication from start to finish the product will have more potential of better quality. The only downside is loss of jobs for those who specialize in the construction industry.
ReplyDeleteConstruction of cars, ships, and planes involve expertise in many different fields. When trying to put something together of this scale, there are many individuals who must be involved in the process. Technology is not what is holding us back from rapid construction, it is the issues involved with communication between the different fields of experts that makes the process of construction a slow one. This could be solved by adopting advances that are being made in communication technologies, like quick adjustments in drawings between architect and engineer electronically. That way people could communicate more efficiently, and the construction process could be sped up.
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