Jan Martens
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Dr. Jan Martens is a leading researcher at the intersection of Building Information Modeling (BIM), automation, and facility management. His work focuses on bridging the critical gap between as-designed and as-built conditions, particularly for existing building stock. Martens’ major contribution lies in developing methodologies for automated as-is capturing—using advanced sensing and robotics to generate accurate digital twins of operational buildings. This enables the seamless integration of BIM into property management, a traditionally data-poor domain. His most cited work (2019, 13 citations) demonstrates how automated capture can unlock BIM’s potential for lifecycle management, reducing manual surveying and improving decision-making for maintenance and retrofitting. Martens’ research has direct implications for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, pushing toward a future where buildings are continuously monitored and managed through live digital models. By combining computational design with practical construction robotics, he is helping to transform how we interact with the built environment.
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