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Artificial intelligence in civil engineering

Event organised by ICE

Date
31 July 2024
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Overview

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used in the construction industry, driving innovation and leading advancements in safety, efficiency, and accuracy. AI in construction refers to the use of machines that mimic human cognitive functions, like problem-solving, pattern recognition, and learning. Machine learning (ML), a subset of AI, uses statistical techniques to give computer systems the ability to “learn” from data, without being explicitly programmed.

Both AI and ML can be applied at all stages of a project or programme in varying capacities. For example, AI can help in the design phase, during bidding, and in financing of construction projects to conduct iterations of calculations or to draft text responses. Meanwhile during construction, AI technologies offer solutions for detecting and preventing accidents, ensuring proper hygiene, and optimising transportation systems through the processing of large data sets that can be collected via sensors, GPS trackers, incident logs, logistics reports, etc.

Claudia Caravello, associate director at Turner and Townsend will explore both Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications throughout the project lifecycle.

Speaker

 Claudia Caravello

Claudia Caravello

Turner & Townsend

associate director

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Claudia Caravello

Claudia is an associate director at Turner & Townsend, working to drive digital innovation into major programmes and projects.

Utilising a background in civil engineering and project management, she has worked with a variety of clients such as Heathrow, Environment Agency, and Thames Water, to enhance processes and help stakeholders maximise the amount of useful insights from the data they collect. 

Some of her more notable projects include looking at the feasibility of asset management and maintenance through drones and machine learning and using modern methods of construction to develop artificial flood defences.