Discover the tangible benefits and practical applications of UAV technology in construction with our exclusive session featuring real-world case studies. In focused presentations, industry experts will share their experiences and insights, highlighting the practical benefits and challenges encountered when integrating UAV technology into construction workflows. Each presenter will offer a concise but detailed presentation, providing an authentic look into their projects and the role UAVs played in achieving their objectives. From monitoring progress to improving site safety, these case studies offer valuable lessons and inspiration for anyone interested in leveraging UAVs in construction.
Attendees will gain an understanding of how to assess damage and leaks on buildings and pipelines, and how to take these assessments to make repair plans. Additionally, we will see how to navigate flying drones in busy constructions sites and how to do that safely. Overall, this session will explain the ROI of using drones for building inspections and on construction sites.
How to Safely Fly Drones on Dynamic Construction Sites
This presentation will cover executing planned flights in areas of congestion and constant changin conditions and heights.
Keaton Denzer, Bechtel
Using sUAS to Assess Building Performance
sUAS (drones) offer an aerial view of critical, and sometimes dangerous, building inspections. With thermal imaging building inspections are can be more efficient and precise. In this session, we’ll showcase case studies on building inspections to detect air, moisture, and heat leakage from a building enclosure. The glass, concrete, insulation, and other materials separating the inside and outside environments. Leaky buildings can be costly and dangerous, leading to damaged finishes, increased energy costs, and mold growth within walls and roofs. The AEC industry uses infrared thermography as a cost-effective, non-destructive tool for these types of conditions. This technology is relatively inexpensive and easy to use, but requires expert interpretation. By using drone technology instead of handheld cameras, AEC professionals can get detailed results to make informed recommendations that address underlying building concerns. In this session, we will explore how the AEC industry has implemented drone use to conduct thermal imaging scans of buildings and discuss the differences compared to handheld scanning techniques. We will review industry standards and guidelines and share common project challenges and opportunities through a series of case studies.
Douglas Spotted Eagle, Sundance Media Group
