Artificial Intelligence in the Construction Industry
The world of AI (artificial intelligence) and VAs (virtual assistants) has expanded into many different verticals, one being the construction industry. We have seen a huge jump in the use of AI within the construction space and that is a great sign for what the future holds.
When looking at how AI is being utilized within the construction space today, it can be categorized into four different perspectives: equipment, administrative, construction methodology, and post-construction.
From an equipment perspective,Komatsustarted Smart Construction where drones are used to survey construction sites, create 3D maps, extract blueprints, and simulate construction plans. Now, processes such as these that can typically take weeks can be done in one day.
From an administration perspective, AI is being used to move toward a paperless, more streamlined industry. For example, the exchange of information that needs to take place between architects, construction workers, and the ultimate customer can be cumbersome.PlanGridis a program that allows people to access and exchange blueprints on different devices to create a smoother interaction between people.
One of the biggest advantages of AI is in construction methodology, especially from a safety stand point. So, imagine you are an engineer working on developing a tunnel support system. In the past, you would have to rely on your own experience and that of those around you. Now, engineers can leverage expert systems that include evidence of designs that have been done in the past 50 or so years. These expert systems can intelligently provide suggested designs, assist in reviewing and verifying designs, and offer engineers a large set of knowledge that would otherwise be unbeknownst to them.
Lastly, AI in post-construction has been trending for a few years now in the form of smart home systems and IoT (Internet of Things). One of the major players includesSamsung C&Twith its ability to control temperature, lights, electricity, locks, and robot vacuums; the list goes on and on.
In addition to the companies mentioned above, many leading brands are making significant investments further branching into the construction space.
