Olivia Hudson

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours)/Bachelor of Business (Management)

Olivia has recently graduated with a double bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and Business Management from the RMIT University in Australia. During her studies, she volunteered in Peru to construct wind turbines for local communities that did not have access to technology. This experience developed into an active interest and passion in discovering new advancements in materials and the construction industry.

At any other opportunity, Olivia enjoys traveling, especially to learn about different cultures and explore beautiful cities.

Articles from Olivia

Use of Building Information Modeling Technology in Planning

Building information modeling (BIM) is a vital process to help facilitate the design, planning, and construction of buildings. It is an efficient and collaborative process that is often used to plan and design structures and buildings in a single 3D model.

4 Apr 2022

What is the AFm phase in Portland Cements?

AFm is abbreviated from ‘alumina, ferric oxide, monsulfate’. The AFm phase of Portland cement refers to a group of similar members of hydrated calcium aluminates that have a hydrocalumite-like structure based on 4CaO.Al2O3.13–19 H2O.

30 Mar 2022

What Polymers are Used in Construction?

As an engineering building material, polymers have become increasingly essential. The applications and properties of polymers are broad due to the ease of fabrication and the ability to produce finished polymers at a low cost. Common examples of polymers include rubbers, plastics, thermoplastic elas

15 Mar 2022

The Utilization of Glass Block Walls

Glass blocks are architectural materials that provide both visual opacity and light in buildings. Glass is an integral part of upscale interior design and can be used for wall and floor applications.

15 Feb 2022

An Overview of MMC - Modern Methods of Construction

Modern methods of construction, also known as smart construction, are a quick way to construct new buildings achieved by maximizing the efficiency of materials and human resources.

1 Feb 2022

How Has Concrete Changed Over Time?

Concrete has gone through numerous changes over the last few decades despite its appearance looking almost the same. These changes include the production of environmentally friendly products of concrete.

27 Jan 2022

How Different Glasses Can Reduce Bird Deaths Against Buildings

Modern-day architects have an affinity for buildings covered in glass, however this design choice has the unfortunate effect of increasing accidental bird deaths.

25 Jan 2022

Non-Destructive Testing of Timber

Non-destructive testing (NDT) can be defined as the science of testing the mechanical and physical properties or the defects of a piece of material or structure, without having to damage or alter the integrity. This allows the end-user greater capabilities.

18 Jan 2022

Demolition Safety Considerations

The process of demolishing has to be done in a well-planned and safe manner to avoid hazards to the working personnel, the equipment, and machinery that is being used as well damage to the environment.

14 Jan 2022

Implementing Eco Homes

An eco-house is a house that is designed in such a way that it is environmentally friendly. It is built with consideration of technology and materials that reduce both its carbon footprint and energy use.

4 Jan 2022