11. Applications in Civil Engineering
Geo-Informatics significantly enhances civil engineering by providing tools for accurate data collection and visualization, which support various applications from urban planning to disaster management. The integration of technologies like GIS, GNSS, and remote sensing improves decision-making, efficiency, and sustainability in engineering solutions. This chapter details various applications of these technologies in civil engineering, showcasing their transformative impact.
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What we have learnt
- Geo-Informatics tools facilitate accurate land use and environmental assessments.
- The application of GIS in planning helps optimize infrastructure projects through multi-criteria decision analysis.
- Integration of real-time data monitoring enhances project management and disaster response.
Key Concepts
- -- GeoInformatics
- The combination of geospatial technologies including GIS, GNSS, and remote sensing that enhances data collection, analysis, and visualization in various applications.
- -- MultiCriteria Decision Analysis (MCDA)
- A process that uses multiple datasets to evaluate and prioritize different options in project planning and management.
- -- Digital Twin Technology
- Digital replicas of physical infrastructure that provide real-time data and analytics for monitoring performance and maintenance.
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