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ASTM International Unveils Roadmap for Digitalization of the Construction Industry

October 12, 2023 · Standards group ASTM International has identified eight technologies and action plans to help the construction industry adopt transformative systems.

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ASTM International Developing Standards for Testing Robot Assembly

September 11, 2023 · ASTM International's F45 committee on robotics, automation, and autonomous systems is seeking manufacturers to help develop standards for testing robot assembly capabilities.

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ASTM International Gives Roger Bostelman Award of Merit for Volunteer Work in Exoskeleton Standards Development

May 5, 2023 · ASTM International has given Dr. Roger Bostelman its highest honor in recognition of his productivity and leadership in advancing standards for exoskeletons and industrial robotics.

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ASTM Committee F45 on Robotics Completes Spring Meetings, Announces New Work Items and Focus Areas

May 1, 2023 · ASTM International's F45 Committee on Robotics, Automation, and Autonomous Systems recently met to discuss standards efforts around mobile and legged robots, educational carts, and grasping.

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ASTM International to Host Workshop on Digital Construction Roadmapping

January 9, 2023 · ASTM International and NIST plan to host an in-person discussion about the state of digital construction and the desired direction for the industry and technology.

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Additive Construction Is the ‘Next Frontier,’ Says Wohlers Associates, as ASTM International Works With NIST

December 28, 2022 · Additive construction applies 3D printing and could advance building processes, according to Wohlers Associates. Its parent ASTM International is developing a roadmap with NIST.

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NIST Scientists Go Soft on 3D Printing

September 22, 2020 · New method may jumpstart the construction of tiny medical devices for the body.

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NIST Tackles Metal 3D Printing Quality

August 24, 2017 · Two labs are collaborating to build the Additive Manufacturing Metrology Testbed (AMMT), which is a custom-built 3D printer that will be used to help gain more understanding of how AM processes work.

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