Exploring the possibilities of using machine vision in the construction industry

Abstract

In many areas of the economy, including the construction industry, new IT technologies are being successfully introduced - Сloud computing, Big Data, Internet of Things etc. A significant place among these technologies is taken by the direction of "Machine Vision". This technology allows to bring to a qualitatively different level a number of important applications in the construction industry and therefore deserves the close attention of specialists. For example, with the help of machine vision it is possible to consider and analyze the smallest defects invisible to the human eye (for example, when controlling the quality of an important element of construction structures - welds). The result is not affected by fatigue or inattention of the staff, you can work 24 hours, there are other advantages discussed in the article. The best effect is achieved with the complex application of new IT technologies. The most promising is the use of machine vision in combination with IoT and Big Data technologies. The paper explores the possibility of using machine vision in the construction industry as a stand-alone solution and in combination with other new IT technologies. The possibility of using unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) equipped with a machine vision system is being considered - for monitoring construction sites and surrounding areas.