Laser technologies application to construction
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Shepard, Glenn A.
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1999
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Monterey California. Naval Postgraduate School
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Discovery on this subject focused on applied computer technology between the main construction office and the project field office - information flow (via Hypermedia), cost control, and program management. New research focus looked to improve finite element, and more importantly, objective data collection and machine control by applying portable laser technologies at the project site and linking collected computer data between the field office and the work center supervisor/foreman. This real time data allows managers to immediately realize optimal productivity concentration areas at the project site. Resultant data linked to Global Positioning System (GPS) technology allows for real-time, three-dimensional (3-D) site picture/modeling. Further, laser measuring and control devices applied to construction equipment permits exact cuts/grading, increases productivity (bcy/hr), saves labor, and when combined with night vision technology allows for night operations. Limited cost-benefit ratio research shows a relatively low initial investment can produce gains up to 9 times during the first year. In addition to the short-term financial gain, the reliance and consistent use of this technology improves the competitive edge for any firm that employs such and effort
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CIVINS (Civilian Institutions) Thesis document
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iii, 42 leaves;28 cm.
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This publication is a work of the U.S. Government as defined in Title 17, United States Code, Section 101. Copyright protection is not available for this work in the United States.