Construction Monitoring and Reporting using Drones and Unmanned Vehicles (UAV’S)

Abstract: The application of drones and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) has significantly expanded in fields such as surveying and facility management. Recent technological advancements have made drones and UAVs more efficient and costeffective for use in architectural engineering and construction management. This study proposes a framework for developing a fully automated system for smart construction monitoring and reporting, utilizing real-time data from drones and UAVs. By employing photogrammetry techniques, data from drone images and point clouds (3D scans of construction sites) can be used to create 3D models. These "drone models" can be compared with Building Information Modeling (BIM) at various stages to monitor construction progress. This integration can extend to real-time recording, reporting, billing verification, and planning. Using a case study, the research demonstrates how drone data effectively enhances construction monitoring and model comparisons. The system can substantially reduce the manual effort required for traditional monitoring, offering improved planning and on-site adjustments