Implementation of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in Malaysia Construction Industry

Chen, Yu Wen (2022) Implementation of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in Malaysia Construction Industry. Final Year Project (Bachelor), Tunku Abdul Rahman University College.

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Abstract

The global advancement in 3D modelling technology in construction has fuels the application of complex modelling technology such as Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technology. The emerging of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality has brought a massive possibilities and potential to the development of construction industry. VR allow architect or engineers to design and analyses the construction equipment and enhance the communication between project stakeholders. On the other hand, AR will layer specific information and elements onto a building plan for project presentation, allowing stakeholders to gain a deeper understanding of the project. However, the digitalization of the construction industry with Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality is showing slow rate of growth and not yet become a common practice. The aim of this study is to investigate the concepts, benefits, and potential of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in the construction industry of Malaysia. Based on the findings, Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality provide numerous benefits and potential such as reducing cost and time of construction, improve safety and many more. Most professional in field who have experienced Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality technology is considering the technology having high potential to be the core technology for construction industry. Meanwhile, the study also aims to investigate the challenges of adopting Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in the nation while finding roots of the slow rate of adoption in Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality technology as well as its strategies to overcome the challenges in order for the technology to be widely implemented. The nature of construction industry in Malaysia may affected the trend of technology application in the construction as Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in other developed countries is showing a great contrast in implementation. Hence, this study invited eight professionals who have experience and insights in the application of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality professionals in construction industry for an interview to obtain the most realistic opinion and latest data from the current industry status. Opinion of each interviewee on concepts, benefits and challenges of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality implementation. The findings of this study hope to serve as fundamental reference for future researchers to study the trend of adoption of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in Malaysia