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IPODX Full Session Abstract

AI in Transportation

1695182 - Deploying Artificial Intelligence (AI) assistants towards resilient and sustainable designs

Sunday, June 16, 2024
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM ET
Room: 217

    Primary Author(s)

  • Anand Stephen, PE

    Digital Delivery Leader
    Gannett Fleming
    Highland Park, NJ, United States

    • Co-Author(s)

  • Emani Majors, n/a

    Project Manager
    Gannett Fleming
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

    • Submitter(s)

  • AS

    Anand Stephen, PE

    Gannett Fleming
    Highland Park, New Jersey, United States

Abstract: Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications, ChatGPT, Bard, or Grok, are all the rage. These applications interrogate Large Language Models (LLM) and accurately report pertinent information. This presentation will demonstrate a use case of leveraging an AI Engine within design environments. In addition, we will discuss the concepts of LLMs, the possibilities, and current limitations. Importantly, we will discuss what it means to work as an engineer with these revolutionary technologies. As of 2023, legal requirements are evolving in concert with AI technologies. What measures can we take to protect our licenses?
While considering legal guardrails does not mean we should not use AI or related technologies. These technologies have immense value when we need to harness information quickly. In a sustainable circular economic system, the primary goal is eliminating waste, requiring engineers to produce alternates with fewer resources. Connecting to AI technologies will help us harness information to suggest sustainable solutions.
Using an example, we will showcase the uses of deploying AI bots as design assistants. Accordingly, we will show how to build an interface between the Design Software (such as OpenRoads Designer or Civil 3D) and AI bots to translate geographic coordinates to text that AI bots understand. The connecting plugin uses a custom dynamo or generative component node using C Sharp. It will bridge between design environments and AI interfaces like ChatGPT, Bard, or Grok. We are excited to showcase how AI can be a valuable tool for designers and inspire others to explore various applications in our field.

Learning Objectives:

Attendees can expect to learn the following from this session:
  • Upon completion, participants can list the critical AI applications commonly used in design environments, including ChatGPT, Bard, and Grok, and explain their functionalities.
  • Upon completion, participants can describe the fundamental concepts of Large Language Models (LLMs) and their relevance in AI-powered design processes.
  • Upon completion, participants can define the current legal requirements and ethical considerations of using AI technologies in design.
  • Participants can describe requirements to connect everyday tools, such as Work Processors and Design Software, to AI technologies.
  • Upon completion, attendees can describe a circular, sustainable economic system and how to leverage AI technologies in creating and maintaining a sustainable and resilient infrastructure system.