FURI | Spring 2025

Practical Application of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) During Asphalt Pavement Construction

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Over recent years, the application of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) has significantly increased in the world of construction. UAVs are beginning to play a key role in today’s infrastructure development. Specifically, UAVs in construction have become a major factor in safety, including QA/QC, surveying, site planning, and inspections/monitoring. The following research will consist of a literature review focusing on how UAVs can be implemented into asphalt paving projects to improve safety. Additionally, a DJI M300 equipped with a thermal imaging sensor will be used during paving projects to monitor the paving process.