Some of the technologies being developed with the grants, ranging from subsurface sensors to microtunneling robots, could have construction applications beyond grid projects.
Kentucky has brought on Stantec for a $25 million contract to use machine learning and other advanced technologies to provide flood risk mapping, assessment and planning services.
Contractors still resist changing processes and opening their wallets for factory-installed electric power and autonomous operation, but more are realizing the benefits.
Contractors still resist changing processes and opening their wallets for factory-installed electric power and autonomous operation, but more are realizing the benefits.