AI in Material Science: Revolutionizing Construction in the Age of Industry 4.0

This book explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on material science and construction practices in the Industry 4.0 landscape. It enquires into AI history and applications, examining material optimization, smart materials, and AI in construction. Covering automation, robotics, and AI-assisted design, the book provides insights into ethical considerations and future trends. A modern reference for scholars and professionals, it bridges academia and practical applications in the dynamic intersection of AI and materials science.

Syed Saad is a distinguished scholar in the field of civil engineering with a PhD from Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP), Malaysia and a Master’s degree in Construction Project Management from Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU), UK. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences. Dr. Saad’s research interests encompass a wide range of cutting-edge technologies in the field of civil engineering, including Building Information Modeling (BIM), the Internet of Things (IoT), Robotics, Digital Twins, Cyber Physical Systems, Automated Progress Monitoring, Time Series Analysis, Decision Support Systems, and Artificial Intelligence. With over 40 Scopus/ISI indexed publications and book chapters to his name, Dr. Saad also acts as a reviewer for several prestigious journals. Additionally, he has arranged multiple CPD workshops on research in engineering and serves as a freelance engineering tech guide. He possesses extensive expertise in Matlab, R-Studio, Grasshopper, C#, Python, and VBA.

Syed Ammad is an expert in construction safety and infrastructure projects. He is currently pursuing his PhD in Civil Engineering at Griffith University in Gold Coast, Australia, where he is researching the implementation of discrete cosine transforms (DCTs) and the design of a computational assessment method for evaluating building information models. Syed Ammad holds a Master’s degree in Construction Safety from the University of Technology Petronas in Malaysia. He also served as a lecturer at CECOS University in Peshawar, Pakistan. With his diverse academic and professional experiences, Ammad is well equipped to contribute to the advancement of the field of civil engineering.

Kumeel Rasheed is a successful computer engineer and product owner with a Master’s degree in Project Management, earned with Cum Laude distinction. He has several certifications from industry leaders such as Microsoft, VMware, Cisco, and is well versed in IoT. He is accredited as MCSE, Scrum Master, and Cyber Ops Associate. Kumeel has made significant contributions to the academic community through his publication of research in AI and material science, including co-authoring a chapter in a book on cyber-physical systems in the construction sector. He has a passion for technology and innovation and is a valuable asset to any team due to his extensive experience, certifications, and academic accomplishments.