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Construction Defect Detection using AI with Augmented Reality

Patel, Deep Kantilal (2024) Construction Defect Detection using AI with Augmented Reality. Masters thesis, Dublin, National College of Ireland.

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Abstract

This report explores how a systematic detection of building using deep learning has been developed, specifically targeting defects such as Blister, Cracks, Peels, Seepage, Mold. The data set initially exhibited class imbalance, with oversampling and under-sampling techniques used to ensure equal distribution of each defect type to improve the model's ability to generalize, data enhancement was implemented by techniques such as on rotation, flipping, zooming and light adjustment.

A convolutional neural network (CNN) was used as the primary model for fault detection. This model is integrated with OpenCV to facilitate pre-imaging and fault ranking, ensuring accurate detection and real-time classification of defects. The CNN model was trained on a compressed dataset and it showed high accuracy and robustness in classifying defects.

The results of this study highlight the effectiveness of deep learning models using traditional imaging techniques for automatic fault detection in building construction. The successful implementation of this system highlights its applicability to real-world production quality, providing scalable and effective solutions to improve product reliability and safety.

Item Type: Thesis (Masters)
Supervisors:
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Zahoor, Sheresh
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Uncontrolled Keywords: Convolutional neural network (CNN); Machine Learning; Deep Learning; Augmented Reality(AR); Artificial Intelligence (AI); RNN; LSTM
Subjects: Q Science > QA Mathematics > Electronic computers. Computer science
T Technology > T Technology (General) > Information Technology > Electronic computers. Computer science
Q Science > QH Natural history > QH301 Biology > Methods of research. Technique. Experimental biology > Data processing. Bioinformatics > Artificial intelligence
Q Science > Q Science (General) > Self-organizing systems. Conscious automata > Artificial intelligence
H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > Specific Industries > Construction Industry
Q Science > Q Science (General) > Self-organizing systems. Conscious automata > Machine learning
Divisions: School of Computing > Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence
Depositing User: Ciara O'Brien
Date Deposited: 18 Jun 2025 14:23
Last Modified: 18 Jun 2025 14:23
URI: https://norma.ncirl.ie/id/eprint/7923

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