Listen "Time Machines & Robot Brick Layers"
Episode Synopsis
What if AI could let you test a million building designs before laying a single brick? Or age a structure 50 years to see how climate change might affect it?Sharon Richardson reveals how artificial intelligence is quietly revolutionising one of the world's oldest industries. From robots that lay tiles with surgical precision to AI systems that run thousands of design iterations in minutes, construction is getting a complete overhaul.We also tackle the big question everyone's asking: does AI's energy appetite matter if it helps us slash the other 97% of global electricity use? Sharon breaks down the numbers that might surprise you.In this episode:Why AI feels like having an engineering time machineThe real energy cost of AI (it's smaller than you think)How robots and humans will split construction workClimate modelling that shows buildings decades into the futureWhy the built environment shapes us as much as we shape itPerfect for anyone curious about AI's practical impact beyond the heSmart, grounded, and refreshingly honest, this is a must-listen for leaders shaping the future of cities, sustainability, and innovation.You can connect with Sharon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonr/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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