Why Infrastructure Projects Need to Include Drone Monitoring

As long as I’ve been in the drone tech industry, the most common discussion of where the biggest growth sector in drone applications has been in the construction space. Most consider top of mind commercial, industrial and even residential construction. But if you dig a little deeper, you’ll see that an often overlooked sector of the construction industry lies at the heart of the most significant growth area in the near term; construction and infrastructure projects.

Why is that?

The recent Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, signed into law in November 2021, includes $1.2 trillion in funding for critical infrastructure projects over the next decade.

This funding is expected to accelerate the adoption of drone technology in state government infrastructure programs. According to a recent report by Drone Industry Insights, the global infrastructure inspection market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 21.5% from 2020 to 2027. In recent years, drone technology has seen rapid development and widespread adoption in many industries.

State government infrastructure programs are at the top of that list. Drones offer unique capabilities that can help with planning, design, and maintenance of critical infrastructure projects.

In this blog post, I will share 4 key reasons for using drone technology to aid state government infrastructure programs and how the recent Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and federal funding is impacting the progress of critical infrastructure programs.

drone monitoring for road infrastructure projects

Surveying and Mapping

Drones can quickly and accurately survey and map large areas of land, including difficult-to-reach areas such as mountainous terrain, forests, and wetlands. This technology can be used to gather data for various infrastructure projects, such as highways, bridges, and pipelines. According to a recent study by ResearchAndMarkets, the global drone surveying market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 35.2% from 2021 to 2026.

drone monitoring for infrastructure projects

Construction Monitoring

Drones can be used to monitor construction sites, track progress, and detect potential safety hazards. This technology can help improve construction efficiency, reduce costs, and increase safety. According to a recent report by DroneDeploy, drone use in construction increased by 239% in 2020 compared to the previous year.

Bridge infrastructure construction inspections with drones

Inspections

Drones can perform inspections of critical infrastructure, such as bridges, dams, and power lines, without the need for costly and dangerous manual inspections. This technology can help identify potential safety issues before they become critical and prevent downtime due to unexpected failures. According to a recent report by Markets and Markets, the global drone inspection market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 23.6% from 2021 to 2026.

Environmental Monitoring

Drones can be used to monitor environmental conditions, such as water quality and air pollution, in remote areas. This technology can help government agencies identify and mitigate environmental risks, such as oil spills and chemical leaks. According to a recent report by MarketsandMarkets, the global drone environmental monitoring market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.4% from 2021 to 2026.

In conclusion, drone technology has significant potential to aid state government infrastructure programs. From surveying and mapping to construction progress monitoring, drones can help government agencies improve efficiency, reduce costs, increase safety, and mitigate environmental risks. As I mentioned above, the recent Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and federal funding are expected to drive growth in this market sector, which is projected to grow at a significant rate over the next decade.

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Jim Gibson

Founder | CEO at Aerial Decisions

Jim is the founder of Aerial Decisions and is an FAA Part 107 Certified Commercial Drone Pilot.He has spent the last 10 years building and leading world class sales teams for an industry leading digital marketing agency.Jim is widely recognized amongst his peers as a consummate full funnel digital marketing expert and a respected industry leader.

Equally adept as an entrepreneur, Jim has led start up organizations in a multitude of industries ranging from telecommunications to web based software services.In this latest adventure, Jim is leveraging his profound love of flying drones into a dynamic new start-up that he hopes one day becomes the standard bearer for drone flying advocacy across the globe.

Jim originally hails from Clearwater, Florida and currently lives in Glendale, California with his wife Diana and his lovable pup, Gunnar.

When Jim’s not flying drones: “You’ll catch me on the ice (or asphalt) playing beer league hockey or training for my next triathlon.Whether it’s on ice asphalt or in the water you’ll always find me on the move and rarely sitting still.