Makarand Hastak

New Jersey Institute of Technology, Purdue University West Lafayette, University of Indianapolis

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Makarand Hastak is a leading figure in construction engineering and management, whose research has shaped the future of infrastructure renewal and construction automation. His work spans two critical domains: the application of robotics and automation to construction, and the assessment and renewal of aging underground pipeline infrastructure. In the early 1990s, Hastak pioneered decision-support systems to evaluate the feasibility of deploying robotics on construction sites, laying the groundwork for today’s automated construction practices. He later advanced automated assessment technologies for water and wastewater pipelines, addressing the urgent need for accurate, non-invasive condition monitoring of critical buried assets. His recent work explores how smart and emerging technologies—including AI and offsite construction—can transform the industry. With highly cited papers on robotics feasibility, pipeline automation, and technology adoption, Hastak’s contributions have influenced both academic research and practical infrastructure management. His sustained focus on bridging cutting-edge technology with real-world construction challenges makes him a key voice in modernizing the built environment.