Frameworks for Standard Cases of Unmanned Aerial Systems in the Construction Industry
Publication: Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution in Engineering and Construction
Volume 16, Issue 1
Abstract
Uncertainty in the homologation of drone legislation for nations has resulted from the argument over whether to control developing technology. In the field of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) there is a lack of clarity in stablishing the policies. The intricacies involved in assessing risk probabilities, such as weight, altitude, commercial purpose, involvement of personnel, and other relevant variables, prompt countries to establish legislative frameworks for their UAS policies. This is driven by the recognition that homogeneity in certain application forms of UAS is achieved or discovered at varying rates. Therefore, the aim of this paper is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the ontologies that regulate UAS by utilizing standard operational cases or ideal application scenarios. Practices that fall outside of these established frameworks should be subject to ethical evaluation for regulation in the field of construction. A longitudinal study was used to observe the policy changes, evolution of the technology, applications, and trends. In addition, 28 interviews and 30 surveys were conducted involving policy makers, practitioners, service providers, and academics in the Dominican Republic to identify their position in the adequate process of adopting UAS. The findings indicate that policy implications involve various aspects, including building information modeling (BIM), aviation safety, technical inspection manuals, and the urban design of cities. These policies govern the types and capabilities of UAS adopted by construction companies.
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The data that support the findings of this study are available on request from the corresponding author. The data are not publicly available for the sake of privacy for the research participants.
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Volume 16 • Issue 1 • February 2024
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Received: Oct 26, 2022
Accepted: Aug 27, 2023
Published online: Oct 28, 2023
Published in print: Feb 1, 2024
Discussion open until: Mar 28, 2024
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