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Aka, A, Isah, A D, Eze, C J and Timileyin, O (2019) Application of lean manufacturing tools and techniques for waste reduction in Nigerian bricks production process. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(03), 658–79.

Andary, E G, Abi Shdid, C, Chowdhury, A and Ahmad, I (2019) Integrated project delivery implementation framework for water and wastewater treatment plant projects. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(03), 609–33.

Ball, R (1999) Developers, regeneration and sustainability issues in the re-use of vacant industrial buildings. Building Research & Information, 27(03), 140–8.

Christodoulou, S E, Ellinas, G N and Aslani, P (2009) Disorder considerations in resource-constrained scheduling. Construction Management and Economics, 27(03), 229–40.

Golizadeh, H, Hosseini, M R, Martek, I, Edwards, D, Gheisari, M, Banihashemi, S and Zhang, J (2019) Scientometric analysis of research on “remotely piloted aircraft”. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(03), 634–57.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Innovation; Research agenda; Drones; Unmanned aerial vehicles; UAVs; Digitalization; Construction equipment; Information and communication technology (ICT) applications; UAS; Digital engineering;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-02-2019-0103
  • Abstract:
    Remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems have emerged as an established tool within the construction industry. Concurrent with this trend has been the rise in research on RPA, establishing this as a new field of study within the construction management domain. What is needed now is an assessment of the current state of research in this emerging discipline – its strengths and weaknesses – by which future research on RPA in construction may be guided. The purpose of this paper is to address this need. Design/methodology/approach A total of 59 peer-reviewed journal articles covering RPAs within the construction domain were systematically reviewed using a mixed-methods approach, utilizing qualitative-scientometric analyses techniques. Findings The results reveal a field of study in its fledgling stage, with a limited number of experts operating somewhat in isolation, from a limited number of institutions. Key publication outlets are identified, with the main focus of research being in the technical areas of remote sensing, photogrammetry and image processing. Practical implications The study benefits researchers and industry practitioners alike. For researchers, the identified gaps reveal areas of high priority in future research. For construction companies, particularly small to medium-sized businesses, the study raises awareness of the latest developments and potential applicability of RPAs in the industry. Originality/value The study exposes what is missing from current research: a broader consideration of organizational adjustments needed to accommodate RPA usage, economic analyses and impediments to wider acceptance.

Gravina da Rocha, C, El Ghoz, H B and Jr Guadanhim, S (2019) A model for implementing product modularity in buildings design. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(03), 680–99.

Halliday, S, Beggs, C and Muneer, T (1999) Is solar air conditioning feasible?. Building Research & Information, 27(03), 149–64.

Hui, E C-M and Fung, H H-K (2009) Real estate development as real options. Construction Management and Economics, 27(03), 221–7.

Jia, Y A, Rowlinson, S, Kvan, T, Lingard, H C and Yip, B (2009) Burnout among Hong Kong Chinese architecture students: the paradoxical effect of Confucian conformity values. Construction Management and Economics, 27(03), 287–98.

Leiringer, R, Green, S D and Raja, J Z (2009) Living up to the value agenda: the empirical realities of through-life value creation in construction. Construction Management and Economics, 27(03), 271–85.

Liao, L, Teo Ai Lin, E and Low, S P (2019) Assessing building information modeling implementation readiness in building projects in Singapore. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(03), 700–24.

Liu, Q, Ye, G and Feng, Y (2019) Workers’ safety behaviors in the off-site manufacturing plant. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(03), 765–84.

Marsh, L E and Finch, E F (1999) Using portable datafiles in the construction supply chain. Building Research & Information, 27(03), 127–39.

Mwamila, B L M and Karumuna, B L (1999) Semi-prefabrication concrete techniques in developing countries. Building Research & Information, 27(03), 165–82.

Ping Ho, S, Lin, Y-H, Wu, H-L and Chu, W (2009) Empirical test of a model for organizational governance structure choices in construction joint ventures. Construction Management and Economics, 27(03), 315–24.

Pulket, T and Arditi, D (2009) Construction litigation prediction system using ant colony optimization. Construction Management and Economics, 27(03), 241–51.

Rodriguez, F S, Spilski, J, Hekele, F, Beese, N O and Lachmann, T (2019) Physical and cognitive demands of work in building construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(03), 745–64.

Toor, S-U-R and Ofori, G (2009) Authenticity and its influence on psychological well-being and contingent self-esteem of leaders in Singapore construction sector. Construction Management and Economics, 27(03), 299–313.

Xu, Y and Turkan, Y (2019) BrIM and UAS for bridge inspections and management. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(03), 785–807.

Yuan, J, Zeng, A Y, Skibniewski, M J and Li, Q (2009) Selection of performance objectives and key performance indicators in public–private partnership projects to achieve value for money. Construction Management and Economics, 27(03), 253–70.

Zarghami, S A and Gunawan, I (2019) A fuzzy-based vulnerability assessment model for infrastructure networks incorporating reliability and centrality. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27(03), 725–44.