Block Research Group starts MAS Programme

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Future of Construction Symposium at USI

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Prōtóplasto: Ultra-Lightweight Plastic

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LAYERED - A Robot for Surface Finishing

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Introduction

Initiated in 2014, the National Centre of Competence in Research (NCCR) Digital Fabrication aims to revolutionise architecture through the seamless combination of digital technologies and physical building processes. Over 60 researchers from six different academic disciplines collaborate to develop ground-breaking technologies for tomorrow’s construction. Their research allows Switzerland to take a leading position within the global field of digital fabrication. The NCCR Digital Fabrication is the first NCCR focused on architecture and construction funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF). Initiated at ETH Zurich, it is partnered with EPF Lausanne, the Hochschule für Technik Rapperswil, the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, the Bern University of Applied Sciences and Empa.

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05.12.2024

Block Research Group starts MAS Programme

An MAS programme from the Block Research Group is about to start. After fifteen years of research and the latest applications in practice, participants in the MAS ETH CSD programme can now benefit from the experience of pioneers in sustainable construction.

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20.11.2024

FDP Women Canton Zurich visit the RFL

As part of the ‘Women in Tech’ initiative of the Canton of Zurich, the FDP Women of the Canton of Zurich visited the Robotic Fabrication Lab. There were inputs from Prof. Dr. Vanessa Wood and Carmen Walker Späh.

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06.11.2024

Prōtóplasto: Ultra-Lightweight Plastic

NCCR DFAB researchers have developed a novel process for 3D printing with hollow cores. This method is especially useful for building facades as the hollow cores strengthen designs and improve insulation and soundproofing.

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Events

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14.11.2024

"Nationaler Zukunftstag" at ETH Zurich

On the morning of 14 November 2023, ETH Zurich will open the doors to the world of science for children! They will have the opportunity to discover a range of interesting projects as part of the NCCR DFAB programme.Please note that the places in the NCCR DFAB programme are already fully booked this year.

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Future of Construction 2024

05.11.2024 - 07.11.2024

Future of Construction 2024 Symposium

The Future of Construction Symposium 2024 is taking place 5–7 November 2024 at the Academy of Architecture in Mendrisio, Switzerland. This year, the symposium will be themed “Making the Past Productive” and it is organised by the professorship on Fabrication and Material Aware Architecture at the USI Università della Svizzera…

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14.09.2024 - 15.09.2024

Design Modelling Symposium 2024: Human-Robot Interaction

Construction, as any act of making, can suffer from unpredictability, thus, requiring on-the-fly adjustments. Recent advancements in construction robotics are mostly limited to predefined construction plans with few breakthroughs for unstructured environments. Human-in-the-loop workflows combine human flexibility with robotic precision providing a synergistic partnership that can overcome…

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IASS24

26.08.2024 - 30.08.2024

IASS 2024

The NCCR Digital Fabrication, in collaboration with ETH Zürich, is pleased to host the International Association for Shell and Spatial Structures (IASS) annual symposium on 26-30 August 2024. The theme of IASS 2024 is “Redefining the Art of Structural Design” which will highlight the important legacy of structural…

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11.06.2024

Innovative Construction Technologies

Innovative technologies are revolutionising the construction industry. This is why Innovation Zurich, ETH Zurich and NCCR Digital Fabrication are inviting visitors to the "Innovative Bautechnologien" event at the Switzerland Innovation Park Zurich.Digitalisation is progressing rapidly and is not stopping at the construction industry. But…

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