28 min
Building the Future: How AI and Advanced Technologies Are Shaping Modern Construction, Pt. 1 Counting Sand
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- Technology
In this episode of the "Counting Sand Podcast," host Angelo Kastroulis sits down with Myk Murashko, CEO of Maestro, a construction tech startup. The discussion revolves around the integration of artificial intelligence and other technological advancements in the construction industry, a sector historically resistant to change.
Myk Murashko, who comes from an architectural background, shares his journey from studying architecture at Cambridge to founding Maestro. He delves into how his company aims to revolutionize building processes by bridging computer science with construction to enhance sustainability, efficiency, and quality. Maestro's approach focuses on moving the complexity of construction from on-site activities to pre-fabrication processes using CNC machines and digital twins.
A significant part of the conversation is dedicated to the potential of AI to optimize the use of materials such as mass timber, reducing waste and emissions. Myk explains how Maestro utilizes advanced technologies like LiDAR and AI optimization to precisely cut timber, aligning the grains for maximum structural integrity and minimal waste.
The episode also touches on the broader implications of technological integration in traditional industries. Myk and Angelo discuss the importance of adopting new technologies in a way that respects and incorporates existing practices and the craftsmanship that characterizes the construction industry.
This episode not only highlights the innovative strides being made in construction technology but also reflects on the challenges and opportunities of bringing high-tech solutions to traditional fields. Angelo wraps up the conversation by emphasizing the importance of practical applications of technology that meet market needs and improve industry standards.
In this episode of the "Counting Sand Podcast," host Angelo Kastroulis sits down with Myk Murashko, CEO of Maestro, a construction tech startup. The discussion revolves around the integration of artificial intelligence and other technological advancements in the construction industry, a sector historically resistant to change.
Myk Murashko, who comes from an architectural background, shares his journey from studying architecture at Cambridge to founding Maestro. He delves into how his company aims to revolutionize building processes by bridging computer science with construction to enhance sustainability, efficiency, and quality. Maestro's approach focuses on moving the complexity of construction from on-site activities to pre-fabrication processes using CNC machines and digital twins.
A significant part of the conversation is dedicated to the potential of AI to optimize the use of materials such as mass timber, reducing waste and emissions. Myk explains how Maestro utilizes advanced technologies like LiDAR and AI optimization to precisely cut timber, aligning the grains for maximum structural integrity and minimal waste.
The episode also touches on the broader implications of technological integration in traditional industries. Myk and Angelo discuss the importance of adopting new technologies in a way that respects and incorporates existing practices and the craftsmanship that characterizes the construction industry.
This episode not only highlights the innovative strides being made in construction technology but also reflects on the challenges and opportunities of bringing high-tech solutions to traditional fields. Angelo wraps up the conversation by emphasizing the importance of practical applications of technology that meet market needs and improve industry standards.
28 min