Published at January 3, 2025 by InfraJunction
Technology is revolutionizing the construction industry. New technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT), are forcing digital transformation. These technologies help construction companies enhance productivity and remove inefficiencies.
In this article, we'll discuss the top construction technology trends to watch in 2025.
1. Augmented Reality (AR)
Augmented reality is very quickly transforming the construction face. Virtual reality generates a completely simulated world environment, while AR overlays digital images directly onto the real world in real time. The observer can look at data and even make decisions in their mind based on what they are seeing.
AR is on an upward trend with high demandness in construction industries. The total market value of the AR industry stood at USD 9 billion in 2019. It will reach a figure of $150 billion by 2030. It is useful for displaying essential information in real-time, whether it is important equipment details or some critical warning on risks. This further makes construction both safer and smarter.
2. Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Another game-changer in construction is Building Information Modeling (BIM). BIM enables the collaboration of construction teams and efficient management of resources in a project. The technology improves the accuracy of projects and prevents overspending of budget, delay, and issues on quality control.
The latest version, 5D BIM, integrates time and cost data with the design process. It also helps to shorten project cycles and increase productivity. Large corporations, like Killa Design from Dubai, embraced BIM to create iconic structures, such as the Museum of the Future.
BIM 2025 is represented by well-known software from Autodesk BIM 360, Revit, Navisworks, Tekla BIMsight, and BIMx.
3. Drones
For many years now, drones have been used in construction, but they have come to play a far more vital role in 2024. Their use was boosted by advancements of AI technology improving drones' operations. They are now able to capture real-time aerial imagery, perform 3D lidar scans, and collect critical data.
Drones are also enhancing efficiency by integrating with BIM platforms. The "Scan to BIM" feature enables drones to transfer construction data quickly to other systems. Thereby streamlining the construction process and improving accuracy.
4. 3D Printing
3D printing is another highly promising innovation within the construction context. It can create structures straight from digital models in a construction framework. It originated in 1995 and developed greatly up until 2024. Nowadays, 3D printing can make far more efficient models of buildings by making fewer costly mistakes and resulting waste.
3D printing is also enabling the production of parts faster and with higher accuracy. It is further making construction projects flow more smoothly.
5. 4D Simulation
4D simulation is a relatively new technology in the construction industry. It builds on traditional 3D modeling by adding a time element, allowing teams to visualize construction timelines. This helps predict potential delays and save time and costs for both onsite and offsite work.
A great example of 4D simulation in action is Mott MacDonald's application of this technology in its Bentley pipeline project. This saved the company 20 days of work in optimizing the construction schedule.
Conclusion
Technology trends change the construction industry in 2024. It is certain that with innovations such as AR and BIM, drones, and 3D printing, projects will eventually be more efficient, accurate, and cost-effective. Future constructions must incorporate these advancements as technology develops further.
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