Axis 1: Automation tools and techniques – comprises but is not limited to the following topics:
• Sensing systems & data infrastructures
o computing, and visualization, middleware, platforms, and data management (including topics such as imaging systems, laser scanning, data security and privacy, legal aspects, etc.)
• Information modeling techniques
o data analysis, simulation, and digital twins (including AI and machine learning, computer vision, point cloud analysis, data science in general, etc.)
• Human-machine interface, mixed realities
o including topics such as ergonomics, usability, etc.
• Automated/robotic devices
o devices, equipment, and applications (including topics such as construction robotics, automated robotized construction machines, and tools, end-effectors, additive manufacturing/3D printing, exoskeletons, construction safety equipment, etc.)
• Construction management techniques
o organization, processes, productivity, safety, etc.
• Services and business applications
• Technology management, entrepreneurship, and innovation
• Technologies and applications in developing countries
• Other topics
Axis 2: Application domains in the construction value chain – comprises but is not limited to the following topics:
• Developers and real estate: the construction market
• Architecture, planning, engineering
• Construction execution management
• Materials, components, off-site manufacturing
o prefabrication, modular construction, etc.
• Supply chain and logistics
o including micro-/macro-/factory-/site-logistics
• On-site construction, construction equipment
• Building operation and maintenance
o including topics such as energy efficiency and sustainability, smart buildings, healthy and assisted living, etc.
• Renovation and circularity
• Other topics
Axis 3: Sectors – comprises but is not limited to the following topics:
• Building construction
• Infrastructure and civil construction
• Industrial construction
• Mining, energy/oil/gas industry
• Smart, sustainable, and resilient cities
o including topics such as sustainable buildings and construction, circular economy, etc.
• Space/maritime/etc. construction
• Smart mobility and transportation
• Other topics