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Abstract:
Can we really look to
animal constructors for new, exciting and innovative breakthroughs in
construction? Our aim and
intent of this research is to possibly uncover hidden knowledge and
techniques that will help the construction world.
Construction knowledge is gained and seasoned through various
sources. Can we improve
our types of structures, the materials and methods we use, and the
organization of the workforce by studying animals?
Other industries of the world have used animals and insects for
years but the construction industry has turned a blind eye to all the
advancements that can be attained through the study of animals.
We could definitely improve our technology for phenomenal new
age structures and construction methods.
The industry, no doubt, is slowly continuing to evolve and
become more effective and unique in the way a building is both
designed and constructed. The
only problem is that the construction industry is skeptical of change.
Industry does not have time for practices or techniques that
cost too much or take too much time to implement.
Animals have constructed numerous structures for themselves, to
near perfection in many cases. They
have provided us tangible models to gaze upon and elaborate on.
Why expend more energy than is needed?
Animals have given us a unique gift of ideas, blueprints, and
even examples. Why not
employ what they have done to improve our way of living and our built
environment?
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