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There is a lot of misunderstanding in the industry about the rules, benefits, and barriers of using Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly referred to as “drones” for construction. Today, off-the-shelf drones are being used to support Jobsite activities and provide added value to clients. Understand the specifics on what is needed to start using this tool and the benefits contractors are gaining from using this technology.
The webinar will cover these topics:
- How off-the-shelf drones are being used to support job site activities.
- What is needed to start using this tool and the benefits real-world contractors are getting from using this technology.
- What you need to know about the new FAA rules that are significantly expanding how drones can be used.
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Webinar Presenters
Greg Hall
Product Sales Engineer
Virtuosity, a Bentley Company
Before joining Virtuosity, a Bentley company, Greg gathered a wealth of experience within the A/E/C industry, where he provided Building Information Modeling (BIM) technical expertise in public and private sectors. Greg also served as the BIM Manager for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District. His primary objective at the District was to ensure that A/E firms achieved project delivery requirements under Attachment F Design After Award Sec 01 33 16 for all in-house and outsourced design projects.
Dr. Joe Burgett
Associate Professor
Clemson University
Dr. Burgett is an Associate Professor in the Nieri Family Department of Construction Science and Management at Clemson University. He teaches undergraduate, graduate, and professional courses on drone application in the built environment. He is a General Contractor by trade and has worked extensively with the SCDOT. He has published multiple peer-reviewed articles on drone technology, including titles such as “Accuracy of Drone Image Based Volumetric Surveys,” “Evaluating the Use of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) to Perform Low-Slope Roof Inspections” and “SCiDUC: Solution to Address Common Challenges of State Agency Drone Deployment.” Dr. Burgett was also named Clemson University’s 2018 Master Teacher which is its highest honor for teaching.