A groundbreaking project has emerged in Heidelberg‚ Germany‚ which has welded architecture and technology together to create something that has never been done before. The nation has built Europe's largest 3D-printed building known as the Wave House‚ according to COBOD.The new structure is reportedly a data center. The report mentioned that data centers are the backbone of today's digital world‚ but the buildings are often reduced to windowless buildings for security and operational reasons. However‚ the push to bring these infrastructures into urban areas has forced designers to rethink their design approach. And it took COBOD just 140 hours to create the building using hands-free technology.Fox News Digital reported that the Wave House "challenges the status quo with its visually arresting wave-designed walls — a feature that not only lends the building its name but also marks a significant departure from conventional data center aesthetics."The primary way the Wave House has managed to raise the aesthetics of data centers is by making it into a wave structure‚ which was introduced by architects SSV and Mense Korte. Reports mentioned that the wave element to the building could not have been realized with traditional methods of building construction. Therefore‚ the designers decided to go with 3D-printed material.Dr. Fabian Meyer-Brotz — managing director of PERI 3D Construction — said at the hand-over event: "We are very proud to have realized our largest building to date with this project. Not only because of the size of it‚ but in particular due to the special shape and the parametric design used‚ which documents the immense design freedom of COBOD’s technology."Hans-Jorg Kraus — the managing partner of KRAUS GRUPPE Heidelberg — also commented on the building‚ saying: "I cannot tell you what it would cost if we had made the data center conventionally. 3D construction printing made this project economically viable."Found and General Manager of COBOD International‚ Henrik Lund-Nielsen shared his optimism‚ saying: “This data center stands as a testament to the advanced capabilities of COBOD’s technology‚ demonstrating our technology’s’ possibility of delivering not just residential buildings‚ but also multi-story buildings and complex structures including office spaces‚ warehouses‚ and data centers." The construction of the Wave House represents a significant advancement in the construction industry. Reports also noted that the Wave House marks a growing acceptance of 3D-printed architecture in mainstream applications.COBOD — the company behind the technology — intends to automate at least 50 percent of building site processes moving forward. The company ensures efficiency gains and potentially restructuring the labor landscape in future construction.Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors‚ sign up for our newsletters‚ and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!

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Crock Pot Pork Chops and Potatoes for Two is an easy (smaller) dinner to make. It’s a super hearty whole meal-in-one and it makes its own gravy! AN EASY SLOW COOKER DINNER FOR TWO This Crock Pot Pork Chops and Potatoes for Two is the perfect recipe for when you are craving some good ole comfort food but don’t want to make enough for a small army. These flavorful pork chops will make your house smell so delicious as they cook! The pork chops come out so tender! So many recipes are made for large families‚ which is to be expected‚ but there are a lot of couples or singletons out there that just don’t need so much food and we hate to be wasteful‚ right? But we still want to make delicious food that we know and love. So I hope you love this one as much as we do! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:  Can I use thin cut pork chops or regular pork chops or bone in pork chops? This really needs the thicker pork chops‚ or else they could dry out and the potatoes will probably not be cooked through. If thinner cuts or boneless are used‚ they will be done before the potatoes are ready. So‚ I don’t recommend using anything but thick cut boneless pork chops. If you aren’y adding the potatoes‚ then you can certainly use regular cut. Can I change out the soup? Sure! This is what helps build the gravy base‚ but you can swap it out for any other cream of something soup. Cream of celery‚ cream of mushroom‚ or any other cream soup that you think would taste good with this would work just fine. Can I skip the browning step to save time? You can but I really suggest taking the time to brown the chops. Browning them makes a difference in not just flavor‚ but it adds a nice touch visually. In addition‚ it helps seal in those juices and keeps them tender and moist. What do I serve with this? This is actually a full meal all in itself but you can add a salad or any of your favorite side dishes to go alongside it if needed. Maybe some steamed veggies or perhaps some crusty bread with butter! How to store Pork Chops and Potatoes? Any leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep them longer in the freezer for up to 3 months. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE) small sweet onion – if you don’t like onions‚ just leave them out. large russet potatoes– have only ever made this with russet potatoes but Yukon gold or red should also work fine. thick-cut bone-in pork chops – it needs to be thick cut. Pork chops are very lean cut of meat and so they may get done way before the potatoes get soft enough to eat. With a thicker cut of pork chops‚ they will cook evenly together. If you are making this without the potatoes‚ you can make this with the regular cut pork chops. salt‚ pepper‚ garlic powder and onion powder – you can use any of your favorite seasoning blends. If you need a no salt option‚ try using Mrs. Dash seasoning. can cream of chicken soup– use your favorite brand or make your own homemade Cream of Chicken Soup (also please use low or no sodium options if you need them). beef broth – you could also use chicken broth and low or no sodium options. HOW TO MAKE CROCK POT PORK CHOPS AND POTATOES Spray a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Add the sliced onion and potatoes to the slow cooker and toss to combine. Season the pork chops on both sides with the salt‚ pepper‚ garlic powder‚ and onion powder. In a large skillet over medium-high heat‚ add the oil. Once hot‚ sear the pork chops on both sides until golden brown. Place the pork chops on top of the potatoes and onions. In a medium bowl‚ whisk together the cream of chicken soup and beef broth. Pour the sauce over the pork chops. Place on low for 4-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours. It is done with the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 160°F and the potatoes are fork tender. Serve immediately with some of the sauce as a gravy. CRAVING MORE RECIPES?  Polish Casserole For TwoBaked Ziti For TwoLasagna For TwoCrock Pot Pork ChopsPan Fried Pork ChopsAir Fryer Ranch Pork ChopsAir Fryer Pork ChopsHoney Garlic Pork ChopsCountry Fried Pork Chops (+Video)Crock Pot Cubed Steak Print Crock Pot Pork Chops and Potatoes for Two Tender pork chops with potatoes and onions made in the Crock Pot. Course Dinner‚ Main CourseCuisine American Prep Time 15 minutes minutesCook Time 6 hours hoursTotal Time 6 hours hours 15 minutes minutes Servings 4 servings Calories 357kcal Author Brandie @ The Country Cook Ingredients1 small sweet onion‚ thinly sliced thinly sliced2 large russet potatoes‚ scrubbed and cut into 1/2 inch half moons2 thick-cut bone-in pork chops½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon black pepper½ teaspoon garlic powder½ teaspoon onion powder1 Tablespoon vegetable oil10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup (can use low or no sodium)½ cup beef broth (can use low or no sodium and/or chicken broth) InstructionsSpray a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Add 1 small sweet onion‚ thinly sliced and 2 large russet potatoes‚ scrubbed and cut into 1/2 inch half moons to the slow cooker and toss to combine. Season 2 thick-cut bone-in pork chops on both sides with 1/2 teaspoon salt‚ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper‚ 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder. In a large skillet over medium-high heat‚ add 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil. Once hot‚ sear the pork chops on both sides until golden brown. Place the pork chops on top of the potatoes and onions. In a medium bowl‚ whisk together 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup and 1/2 cup beef broth. Pour the sauce over the pork chops. Place on low for 4-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours. It is done with the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 160°F and the potatoes are fork tender. Serve immediately with some of the sauce as a gravy. Notes Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions. NutritionCalories: 357kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 16g | Sodium: 984mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g

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