Monitoring construction of a structure
US11526744B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 31, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 5, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06Q50/08
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods, apparatuses, and embodiments related to a technique for monitoring construction of a structure. In an example, a robot with a sensor, such as a LIDAR device, enters a building and obtains sensor readings of the building. The sensor data is analyzed and components related to the building are identified. The components are mapped to corresponding components of an architect's three dimensional design of the building, and the installation of the components is checked for accuracy. When a discrepancy above a certain threshold is detected, an error is flagged and project managers are notified. Construction progress updates do not give credit for completed construction that includes an error, resulting in improved accuracy progress updates and corresponding improved accuracy for project schedule and cost estimates.
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