A drone is a new tool used in the construction industry nowadays. It is used to increase efficiency, cut costs, and improve safety. Initially, drones were only used for military purposes.
But now it’s used in general construction works too. Here are some ways drones are changing the construction industry.
Mapping
You need to plan well for a construction project. The drone can be used to map out and design the project. It is a very elaborate process and usually takes a lot of time. But with a drone, it will take less time.
The drone can map the entire area of the construction site within minutes, which would take hours for a human surveyor to complete. In the past, the surveyors used a two-dimensional topographical map to do the mapping. But due to erosion and other changes in the terrain, the results may not be accurate.
Drones can provide accurate mapping of the terrain. Drones capture aerial images of a construction site from various angles using sensors and cameras. These images are combined using photogrammetry software.
Project design
Drones have efficient imaging technology that can be used to create project designs. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is used by architects for designing multi-layer visualizations of the environment that is built. The drones provide foundational data on which the BIM models depend.
Provides tracking
When the construction starts, the drones can provide tracking of expensive assets and provide updates on the status of the construction work in real-time. You can also get progress reports to know if any changes are needed or whether the project is to be completed on time.
Improve construction safety
Regular inspections must be done to ensure that the working condition is safe for all. Humans can’t reach spaces that are dangerous or difficult to reach. In such cases, drones can be very useful. Whether the area is very deep, tremendously heated, or exposed to chemicals, drones can be used to reach these spots safely.
Drones have thermal cameras that can be used to detect troublesome areas that cannot be seen with the naked eye. Drones can let you know about unsafe construction sites and inform you of any hazard that may be a threat to the labourers working there.
Marketing materials
The construction companies need to give effort in marketing activities. You can use drones to capture eye-catching images of the construction site to create website content and advertisements. You can create videos to provide a cinematic experience for prospective clients.
Drones have become an integral part of the construction industry now. It is very useful from the planning phase to the marketing phase of a construction project. With drones, you can complete your project on time and with greater accuracy. In the future, we will see more use of drones in the construction industry.