Video | Drones fly through sewers for inspections

Scottish Water is using LiDAR-equipped drones to more accurately survey its network of sewers. According to Scottish Water, the move removes people from potentially dangerous activity and reduces carbon emissions.

Scottish Water has more than 33,000 miles of sewers. Some, dating back to the Victorian era, have previously been difficult to access.

However, Scottish Water is overcoming this challenge by

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Breaking the mould with plasterboard

Breaking the mould with plasterboard

Patent of the month: breathable plasterboard for healthier buildings

UK Patent Number GB2591262

Plasterboard is one of the most extensively used materials in construction. Formed from gypsum-based material that is sandwiched between layers of paper, it is lightweight and easy to use, as well as benefiting from low flammability. It is also known for its acoustic qualities.

However, the sustained

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