Application of drones in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry

Janet Mayowa Nwaogu; Yang Yang; Albert P.C. Chan; Hung lin Chi

doi:10.1016/j.autcon.2023.104827

Application of drones in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry

Janet Mayowa Nwaogu, Yang Yang, Albert P.C. Chan, Hung lin Chi

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Abstract

The adoption of commercial drones in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry is relatively rapid, with the industry projected as the second-largest market for drones in 2020. However, holistic detail of the trends of drone application in the industry remains sketchy. This study combines science mapping and market surveys to review drone use within the AEC industry. With 128 articles retrieved from the Scopus database, this paper identified the research outlets and universities that influence drone research in the AEC industry. The study highlights that research directions have focused on five areas, including training aid. The study provides information on different types of drones that can be adopted in the AEC industry and draws attention to the need for more research on human factors related to drone safety and the practicality of using drones for total quality management.

Original language	English
Article number	104827
Journal	Automation in Construction
Volume	150
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2023.104827
Publication status	Published - Jun 2023

Keywords

AEC
Drone
Market survey
Science mapping
UAV

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Control and Systems Engineering
Civil and Structural Engineering
Building and Construction

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