Senior Scale Lecturer, Department of Civil Engineering, Karnataka Government Polytechnic Mangalore 575004, Karnataka India.
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2022, 15(01), 877-889
Received on 07 July 2022; revised on 19 July 2022; accepted on 25 July 2022
The construction industry faces persistent challenges in maintaining safety standards and quality control across active construction sites, particularly in large-scale and high-rise projects where traditional inspection methods prove time-consuming, hazardous, and often inadequate. This research investigates the integration of multi-sensor drone platforms equipped with RGB cameras, thermal imaging sensors, LiDAR, and gas detection systems for comprehensive safety and quality inspections in dynamic construction environments. Through a systematic review of existing technologies and a case study implementation across three active construction sites, this study demonstrates that multi-sensor unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) can reduce inspection time by 67% while improving defect detection rates by 43% compared to conventional methods. The research addresses critical challenges including sensor fusion algorithms, real-time data processing, regulatory compliance, and integration with Building Information Modeling (BIM) systems. Results indicate that thermal imaging combined with visual spectrum analysis achieves 89% accuracy in detecting concrete curing anomalies, while LiDAR integration enables millimeter-level precision in structural deformation monitoring. The study also examines worker safety improvements through automated hazard detection, revealing a 34% reduction in near-miss incidents at sites implementing continuous drone surveillance. Despite technological advantages, barriers including limited flight endurance, data management complexity, and regulatory restrictions remain significant. This research contributes a comprehensive framework for multi-sensor drone deployment in active construction zones and provides practical guidelines for industry adoption.
Multi-Sensor Drones; Construction Inspection; UAV Technology; Safety Monitoring; Quality Control; Thermal Imaging; Lidar; Sensor Fusion; Building Information Modeling; Construction Automation
Preview Article PDF
Mohanraj G. S. Multi-Sensor Drone Platforms for Comprehensive Safety and Quality Inspections in Active Construction Zones. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2022, 15(1), 877-889. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2022.15.1.0753