EDITOR ' S QUESTION
Real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance are critical considerations during the lifecycle of construction projects , from pre- to post-construction . The implementation of a Digital Twin can help construction stakeholders better understand and protect their project assets to make insightful and informed predictions on future performance trends , increasing efficiency , meeting compliance requirements and enhancing site productivity based on historical , current and predictive data .
As construction proceeds through the project lifecycle , different types of data are continuously captured – via on-site sensors and monitoring devices , combined with metadata obtained from other sources – allowing for a digital replica to be updated in real-time . Throughout construction , stakeholders can use this Digital Twin platform to gain a multi-dimensional view of the performance of the construction site – predicting trends , detecting risks , setting up automation for risk controls and optimising project schedules .
With the addition of real-time monitoring , Digital Twins mitigates construction risk through early detection of discrepancies – keeping project stakeholders updated on any potential abnormal conditions , incidents or tasks . Before the advent of digital technologies , frequent physical site observations and inspections were required to verify work done and determine the project status . With a Digital Twin platform and other on-site technologies , such as sensors and cameras , augmented data can verify the progress in real-time , without needing to step foot on the job site .
Other benefits include :
• Improved worker safety : Digital Twins enable companies to identify risk-associated areas to prevent unsafe activities and incidents in hazardous zones , and to ensure safe and effective usage of materials .
• Enhanced sustainability and efficiency : Real-time data is collected and analysed to generate insights into equipment utilisation , material tracking and energy consumption .
• Greener construction : Digital Twins can examine and predict the carbon footprint of different aspects of construction projects , offering insights on an ongoing basis about potential process improvements to reduce emissions .
Over the past several years , Digital Twin technology has made significant strides to modernise the construction industry and improve project construction with real-time monitoring and predictive analytics . Unlocking an advanced level of automation allows stakeholders to optimise processes , improve operational efficiency and mitigate risks . With comprehensive data and analytics , Digital Twins can aid in reducing waste , delays and reworks – while prioritising worker safety and sustainability in the wake of climate change – giving stakeholders the information and tools they need to make better-informed decisions to protect their projects . �
HAMID ALEMOHAMMAD
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AT BRICKEYE
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