What is AI in civil Engineering
The application of artificial
intelligence technologies to improve the procedures, effectiveness, and results
in the field of civil engineering is referred to as Artificial intelligence in civil Engineering. This covers the planning, development, upkeep, and
administration of infrastructure, which includes roads, bridges, tunnels,
buildings, and other civil projects.
Where in Civil Engineering Artificial Intelligence Is Used:
- Design Optimization
- Construction Management
- Predictive Maintenance
- Automated Inspection and Quality Control
- Smart Infrastructure
ADVANTAGES OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
- Increased Efficiency
- Cost Reduction
- Improved Safety
- Sustainability
TYPES OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING:
1. Machine Learning (ML):
Infrastructure predictive
maintenance. utilizing historical data analysis to improve building procedures
and designs. estimating project budgets and schedules.
Examples: include predicting a bridge's lifespan with machine learning
algorithms or identifying trends that cause delays in construction.
2. Autonomous Systems and Robots
- construction equipment that is operated
automatically, such as excavators and bulldozers. robots that assemble and
construct structures. Drones for inspections and site surveys.
- Robots that use 3D printing to build structures are
an example, as are self-driving cars that deliver supplies on-site.
3. Computer Vision Uses:
Automated damage detection of infrastructure.
keeping an eye on development and safety at building projects. supervision of
building material quality.
Examples: include using drones with
computer vision technology to scan buildings or bridges for corrosion, cracks,
or other structural problems.
DISADVANTAGES OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING.
Expensive
prices
In
the end, robots are very complicated machines that demand large investments,
thus maintaining one can get very costly. As an illustration, the acquisition
and launch of Apple's SIRI software required $200 million! Robots are not only quite complex to set up,
but they also incur very high ongoing maintenance and repair costs.
Their software programs require regular updates in order
to keep up with the demands of an ever-changing environment. Although future
advancements and economies of scale may alter the situation, these expenses
currently prevent many organizations from investing in robotics.
EXPERIENCE DOESN'T MAKE A ROBOT A BETTER
MACHINE YET.
AI,
in contrast to humans, cannot get better with practice. Although machines can
store vast amounts of data, human brain storage is still superior to that of
machines. It may be prone to wear and tear over time. Although it has a large
amount of material stored in it, it cannot be accessed or used in the same
manner as human intellect.
Without a doubt, AI is here to stay, but it also has advantages and
disadvantages. However, humans still have the upper hand even though it's still
in the early stages (as opposed to the mass takeover people dread).
Author
Bios:
Dr.
S. Kavipriya, Prof & Head/ Civil
Mr.S.Gowtham,
AP/Civil
Gowsika
S
Saran
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