32.12.1. Autonomous Construction Equipment

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does autonomous equipment mean?

   Hint

   Think about self-driving cars.

2. 2.

   Name one benefit of using drones in construction.

   Hint

   How does height help in surveying?

3. 3.

   What is a primary function of autonomous construction equipment?

   • Manual operation
   • Self-navigation
   • Remote control

   Hint

   Think about how cars can drive themselves.

4. 4.

   Drones can be used for aerial monitoring in construction. True or False?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what drones can view from above.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the impact of integrating autonomous equipment on project completion times in construction.

   Hint

   Consider how teamwork among autonomous tools creates efficiencies.

6. 6.

   Discuss how regulations could affect the deployment of drones on construction sites.

   Hint

   Think about safety and privacy concerns that might lead to these regulations.