Today’s deconstruction of buildings poses a challenge: how can we efficiently reclaim valuable materials while minimising environmental impact? 

The EU-funded DISCOVER project aims to revolutionise this process with an autonomous, intelligent system for identifying and analysing materials in end-of-life buildings. By harnessing robotics, AI algorithms, and continuous scanning technology, DISCOVER will provide building models with all the necessary information to optimise resource use, reduce environmental footprints, and promote circularity in construction. 

This approach transforms demolition sites into material banks and pioneers the integration of digital twins, multi-criteria assessments and best demolition practices for sustainable urban development.

Start date: June 2024 - End date: May 2028

Partners

• Universitat Politecnica De Catalunya

• Technische Universiteit Delft

• Digitaltwin Technology Gmbh

• Fundacion Tecnalia Research & Innovation

• Institut Mines-Telecom