Strategic Integration of Drone Technology and Digital Twins for Optimal Construction Project Management
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Abstract
This research aims to develop an integrated approach to construction project management by integrating digital technology into monitoring and surveillance operations. Through the use of drones and image processing software, data can be updated regularly and accurately about the progress at the construction site, allowing managers and decision makers to have a clear view of the current situation and make effective decisions based on accurate. In addition, this approach contributes to improving communication and coordination among project team members, as data and images can be easily and effectively shared, reducing opportunities for error and enhancing effective interaction among different parties. Using digital twin technologies, planning and forecasting processes can also be improved, as comprehensive analysis of digital data provides a deeper understanding of project dynamics, identifies potential risks, and enables appropriate preventive measures to be taken. In conclusion, the integration of digital twins and the use of drones in construction projects represent a significant step towards achieving smarter and more efficient management, and successfully achieving the defined goals with greater effectiveness.
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OpenAlex topics: Digital Transformation in Industry · BIM and Construction Integration · Economic and Technological Systems Analysis
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Department of Design Engineering and Robotics, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, 400641 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
UR InSyTE, University of Technology of Troyes, 12 Rue Marie Curie CS 42060, 10004 Troyes, France
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