January | Drexel Engineering

Drexel Researchers Propose AI-Guided System for Robotic Inspection of Buildings, Roads and Bridges

January 30, 2024
Our built environment is aging and failing faster than we can maintain it. Recent building collapses and structural failures of roads and bridges are indicators of a problem that’s likely to get worse, according to experts, because it’s just not possible to inspect every crack, creak and crumble to parse dangerous signs of failure from normal wear and tear. In hopes of playing catch-up, researchers in Drexel University’s College of Engineering are trying to give robotic assistants the tools to help inspectors with the job.
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Students, Faculty Represent Drexel University at COP28 Through Dialogue and Research

January 12, 2024
Over two weeks, 11 community members traveled to Dubai to engage in talk of climate solutions.
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Dragons on Fire: Kudos for Student Achievements

January 08, 2024
Here's a snapshot of awards, scholarships, publications and fellowships Drexel University students have earned in the past term.
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Drexel Researchers Propose AI-Guided System for Robotic Inspection of Buildings, Roads and Bridges