Augmented reality and ultrasonic sensor-based tool for rebar inspection on construction sites

IF 9.6 1区工程技术 Q1 CONSTRUCTION & BUILDING TECHNOLOGY

Automation in Construction Pub Date : 2025-05-20 DOI:10.1016/j.autcon.2025.106288

Alexis Toledo Bórquez , Felipe Muñoz La Rivera , Rodrigo F. Herrera , Javier Mora Serrano

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Abstract

The traditional inspection of reinforcing steel bars (rebar) in construction often suffers from inaccuracies, inefficiencies, and challenges posed by environmental factors, leading to project delays and increased costs. This paper presents a method for improving rebar inspection by integrating Augmented Reality (AR), Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, and Building Information Modeling (BIM). The paper introduces an AR-based tool equipped with low-cost ultrasonic sensors, which automates the rebar counting process and provides real-time data visualization. The tool addresses key limitations in traditional inspection workflows by reducing human error and enhancing data reliability. Experimental results from conceptual on-site tests demonstrate significant improvements in inspection accuracy, workflow efficiency, and user engagement. This approach offers a cost-effective, scalable solution adaptable to various project sizes, contributing to the advancement of digital technologies in the construction industry and accelerating the adoption of Construction 4.0.

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基于增强现实和超声传感器的建筑工地钢筋检测工具

传统的钢筋检测方法往往存在不准确、效率低下和环境因素带来的挑战，导致项目延误和成本增加。本文提出了一种结合增强现实（AR）、物联网（IoT）技术和建筑信息模型（BIM）技术来改进钢筋检测的方法。本文介绍了一种基于ar的工具，该工具配备了低成本的超声波传感器，可以实现钢筋计数过程的自动化，并提供实时数据可视化。该工具通过减少人为错误和提高数据可靠性来解决传统检查工作流程中的关键限制。概念性现场测试的实验结果表明，在检查准确性、工作流程效率和用户参与度方面有了显著改善。这种方法提供了一种成本效益高、可扩展的解决方案，适用于各种项目规模，有助于建筑行业数字技术的进步，并加速建筑4.0的采用。

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来源期刊

Automation in Construction 工程技术-工程：土木

CiteScore

19.20

自引率

16.50%

发文量

563

审稿时长

8.5 months

期刊介绍： Automation in Construction is an international journal that focuses on publishing original research papers related to the use of Information Technologies in various aspects of the construction industry. The journal covers topics such as design, engineering, construction technologies, and the maintenance and management of constructed facilities. The scope of Automation in Construction is extensive and covers all stages of the construction life cycle. This includes initial planning and design, construction of the facility, operation and maintenance, as well as the eventual dismantling and recycling of buildings and engineering structures.