5 Construction Technology Trends to Watch Out for in 2021

The covid – 19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of digital technologies across industries.
The construction industry is no exception, ‘Digital construction’ has become the ‘new normal for the industry.
We bring you the top 5 construction technology trends to watch out for in 2021, which will digitalize the construction industry.

Cloud-based bim

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is the de-facto technology in the construction industry. With advancements in Cloud technology, BIM is now even more accessible. Cloud-based BIM allows information about a project to be accessed by anyone in any location at any time. It improves project delivery by streamlining the exchange of design data and project management,…resulting in more efficient design, construction and operation processes.

Digital Twin

One of the most latest technological trends in recent years is the digital twin. A digital twin is a virtual representation of a building that collects real-world information about the structure via sensors.
In the construction industry, digital twins can virtually predict everything that will happen in the physical world,… thus providing valuable insights to architects, engineers, and contractors.

Geo-enabled technologies

Geo-enabled technologies have unlocked the potential of location data to drive informed decision-making,…process standardization, and efficiency in these times of physical distancing. Technologies such as LiDAR and sensors are used to obtain data,… measurements, and quantities over the life cycle of a project. Drones are also becoming increasingly popular to provide on-site digital asset tracking, continuous spatial inspection, and progress monitoring.

Augmented reality virtual reality

Immersive technologies such as Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality have enabled construction companies and customers to visualize elements of the design,… build, and post-construction phases of their projects in real-time.

3D printing and design for manufacturing assembly ( DfMA)

The 3D printing industry and DfMA solutions are increasingly seeing… application in construction projects all over the world. 3D printing can produce buildings and components at a fraction of the price and time… Then the traditional construction methods thereby improve productivity. DfMA is a design approach that focuses on ease of manufacture and efficiency of assembly in construction workflow processes.
Thus, digital construction is the ‘great reset’ for the construction industry.
An opportunity in a crisis, indeed.

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