B6 - Course Reflection

Ten weeks have come and flown by. These previous few weeks I have learned so much about robotics, AI in construction and future, 3D Printing in construction, designing in Revit and much more. In particular, I have learned a lot about digital building. This has been one of the most simple yet, challenging classes. I am grateful that I took this class as my professional elective. This class will ponder my future as an architectural engineer. The number of things I have learned in this class tremendous and to briefly condense what I learned in class, I would have to say that I learned how to use blogger. I have a superior understanding of how different ways of intaking data can prompt different versions of understanding. 
For instance, I believe that the weekly blogs and writing comments to others empower the student to take look at the two sides of arguments and form opinions from incorporating their general and personal opinions to new pieces of information. Also, this class has a lot of exercises that were challenging yet, helpful. For instance, using the MC Access database. The main difficulty I faced with this exercise simply stemmed from a lack of experience. However, as an engineer, I am always looking forward to new challenges and expanding my own abilities. In turn, I embraced the challenges faced with this exercise and was excited to learn more.

Although it took me some time to get used to the new, complex system, I eventually worked my way through my initial troubles to gain a better grasp on how all of the various functions of the database operates. In turn, I can now say that I understand the basics of kinds of databases and how specifically Object-Oriented databases function as well.

In conclusion, I am very thankful I engaged in this class, especially as a senior who is about to enter the labor force and work with new and modern types of programs and databases. 

Comments:


Ina Sison: Ina, I agree with you, following the instructions of the assignments was really straight forward for me as well. Professor Mitchell did an amazing job teaching this class. Also, good luck with your last coop.
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Amanda Kolar: Amanda, I agree with how the use of relational databases and Dynamo can help with the organization of structural components of design for various buildings or projects. When I first began to work on the database, I became quicker and better at navigating its resources. This especially helped me with defining, finding, and recording sensor characteristics in the database of design for various buildings.https://ae-410-510-ay19-20.blogspot.com/2020/03/b6-course-reflection_9.html?showComment=1583635808830#c4862027143751070328



Mika Awai: Mika, I agree with what you wrote. I am too had no idea what was the database and how it operated. This was my first time using MS Access. Moreover, I agree with how Professor Mitchell has a way of making us learn a ton of information in an easy to manage the way. I watched the video uploaded in BBLearn the process became a lot smoother and easier for me. Professor Mitchell expertly laid out how to use the database and programs and as a result, I found the exercise a lot more simple and straightforward. https://ae-410-510-ay19-20.blogspot.com/2020/03/week-10-course-reflection.html?showComment=1583637126688#c8292613843515964582

B5 - Object Oriented Databases

    Object-oriented databases are used to show data through objects and classes. Through these databases, real-world entities are represented through objects. Classes serve as groups of these objects. As a result, this organizes information and real-world entities cleanly and efficiently. Moreover, these databases are shaped by the same principles used in object-oriented programming. In turn, object-oriented databases are alternatives to relational models, for object-oriented databases utilize language more in line with object-oriented programming. Yet, with that being said, object-oriented databases do use relational model features, such as transaction, recovery, and concurrency. Thus, object-oriented databases are a strong combination of both kinds of models. 

    Furthermore, object-oriented databases allow for easy transfer of data from client to client. This efficiency exists because object-oriented databases are an excellent combination of relational models and object-oriented programming. With this ease, managers of such databases can complete tasks more efficiently and spread information with greater productivity. 

     In the graph above, one can see the various layers of an object-oriented database. Starting with the object, which can be categorized into a class, one eventually sees that the final layer to object-oriented databases is the process of encapsulation. Thus, this graph shows a full and complete symbolic picture of what happens inside the object-oriented database.

Source: "Object Database". En.Wikipedia.Org, 2020, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Object_database.

Comments:

Dane Bell - I appreciate that you discuss that two major issues with construction are addressed by databases. Those two major issues are worker safety and unforeseen problems. I think that technology can be used to solve these two major issues in many different areas of construction and that we must not be afraid of such technological advancements, but that we should embrace them.      
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Ina Sison - I liked that you used the analogy of the pick-up truck and BMW at the end of your blog post. I think that did a great job of reframing the issue and making it more understandable for a larger audience. Often discussions on SQL and other types of technological languages can become super high-level. However, you did an excellent job of explaining large concepts with easy to understand language. https://ae-410-510-ay19-20.blogspot.com/2020/02/b5-sql.html?showComment=1581130044064#c7904400454053942057


Douha Alqudaihi - You did an excellent job of showing how we use databases every day. You really reshaped how I understand databases and now I view them through a broader lens. Additionally, I loved reading about your example of students using databases for classes because I was instantly able to connect with the example and it helped me understand the concept more accurately. https://ae-410-510-ay19-20.blogspot.com/2020/02/b5-relational-database.html?showComment=1581192390421#c1912332687423977373

B4 - Project Description - AI in Construction

Artificial Intelligence(AI) is the capacity of a computer program to learn and think. Everything can be viewed as Artificial intelligence if it includes a program accomplishing something that we would ordinarily think would depend on the insight of a human. The team (Brian Mynaugh, Alejandro Ochoa, and I) will discuss the different advantages and disadvantages of Artificial Intelligence in construction.

One advantage of AI the team will be discussed is that it decreases human error. The expression "human error" was conceived in light of the fact that people commit errors every once in a while. Computers, be that as it may, don't commit these errors if they are programmed properly. With Artificial intelligence, the choices are taken from the recently assembled data applying certain arrangements of calculations. So errors are diminished and the possibility of reaching accuracy with a more high level of precision is a possibility. Another advantage of AI is that it faces risks instead of humans. This is one of the greatest advantages of Artificial intelligence. We can conquer numerous risky limitations of humans by building up an AI Robot which thus can do the dangerous/risky things for us. AI Robots can be used in situations where human intervention can be hazardous. The last major advantage of AI that we will discuss is that it helps with big data in construction. When an enormous amount of data and information is being created each day, AI Systems are presented to perpetual data of information to gain from and improve each day. Each job site turns into a potential data source for AI. Data and information produced from pictures captured from cell phones, drone videos, security sensors, building information modeling (BIM), and others have become a pool of data. However, AI also comes with disadvantages. One disadvantage is the high cost. Keeping up a robot can be incredibly expensive as they are extremely unpredictable machines that require huge costs to repair and keep up. They have software programs that need upgrading up to date to have the option to accomplish the necessities of the continually evolving condition. AI is updating each day the equipment and programming need to get updated with time to meet the most recent requirements. Another disadvantage is that AI is limited to certain work. Computer-based intelligence machines are modified to carry out specific responsibilities depending on what they are programmed and customized to do. Depending on machines to adjust to new conditions, be creative and think out of the box will be a huge mistake. This is impossible because their thinking zone is limited to just the information/calculations that they have been programmed for. Artificial Intelligence is the key to improving efficiency for construction. By harnessing the powers of the advantages of AI, the construction industry can decrease human error, protect humans, and deal with big data. Of course, AI comes with its own disadvantages; however, being proactive about the research and development necessary for AI to succeed will create a feasible future for this technology in construction. 

Source: "Artificial Intelligence In Building And Construction". Azati.Ai, 2020, https://azati.ai/artificial-intelligence-in-building-and-construction/.


Comments:


Jake Hall:

I appreciate that you are taking your approach globally and looking at not just the United States but also other countries and their cities like Dubai. As a UAE citizen living in Dubai,  I am curious to see if you find that the pros for intelligent building and robotic assistance outweigh the cons.  

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Pritesh :

I am excited to see your project become finished. From what I read, it seems like you all have thought carefully about the process and tools you will be using. Additionally, it is exciting to hear that you wanted to be environmentally conscious in your construction. Looking forward to the result of your hard work as a group.
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Amanda Kolar:

Your project seems very detailed and interesting. I am excited that you are planning on discussing LEED certification and putting in the effort to complete that kind of accomplishment. Additionally, I found it interesting and helpful that you differentiated between different “green” words like “green” versus environmentally friendly, etc. Your project seems great, so keep it up.
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Varsha Ajith:

It is important and also interesting that you will be discussing the various different types of robots and how they relate back to construction. I value that incorporated that into your project/paper design because it allows your work to be more reader-friendly and understandable. I also appreciate that you discuss various definitions of Intelligent Building and other words.
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