Hiam Khoury

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Hiam Khoury is a leading researcher in construction engineering and management, with a focus on leveraging advanced technologies to enhance safety and efficiency in the built environment. Her work centers on the integration of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and computer vision into construction safety inspections, addressing the industry’s persistent hazards. In her highly cited 2016 paper, she demonstrated how drones and automated image analysis can replace manual inspections, reducing risks to workers while improving accuracy and speed. This foundational contribution has influenced modern safety protocols, earning her work recognition among practitioners and scholars. More recently, Khoury has advanced the automation of as-built documentation, as seen in her 2022 study on generating and evaluating 2D floor plans from point cloud data. This research streamlines the capture of accurate building representations, aiding in facility management and renovation. With over 100 total citations, her publications are widely referenced in construction informatics and safety literature. Khoury’s innovative application of computer vision and robotics continues to shape safer, more efficient construction practices, making her a key voice in the digital transformation of the industry.