TechTalk: A Standardized, AI-driven Building Code Translation Platform

Only 20 seats based on application and selection available. Apply to attend here by close of business March 6. Lunch will be provided.

Abstract:

Our venture leverages AutoIC Lab's and Purdue's innovative research at the intersection of A.I. and building codes, regulations and compliance to create the first comprehensive U.S. repository of building codes in a standardized, computer-readable format. We aim to address a critical industry challenge: the fragmentation of building codes across jurisdictions that causes significant compliance verification issues, delays, and cost overruns for AEC professionals. Our proposed solution integrates: (1) a centralized repository of government building codes, (2) AI-driven translation into computable format, (3) an open-source platform with secure enterprise integration, and (4) tools for instant compliance verification of 2D/3D designs.

This TechTalk will explore the collaboration between our startup and Purdue's engineering and technology research, the current building code compliance and current solutions, and the technical challenges we face. We'll discuss opportunities for graduate students to contribute to solving complex problems in:

• Scalable data aggregation and parsing from heterogeneous sources
• Database architecture optimized for versioning and rapid updates
• LLM integration and hallucination mitigation techniques
• Advanced compliance verification algorithms

Speakers:

• Prof. Harvey Keoppel serves as a member of the faculty at the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, Education Entrepreneurship Program where he is a Lead Instructor for the Marketing & Finance courses. He additionally serves on the Program’s Admissions Committee.
• Bill Zandi holds a Master of Science in Education Entrepreneurship from the University of Pennsylvania and earned a BA in Philosophy with a Minor in Entrepreneurship & Social Enterprise from Wake Forest University. He also actively contributes to his alma mater’s community by serving on the Wake Forest Alumni Council, bridging the gap between the administration and over 70,000 alumni.

DigiTRACKER Stands for “Digital Twin & Robotic Automation Center for Knowledge Sharing, Entrepreneurship, and Research” and aims to be at the forefront of exploring, developing, and implementing Digital Twin and Robotics technologies. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers, industry partners, and government agencies, the DigiTRACKER Center will drive innovations and practical solutions to address challenges facing the industries.

TeckTalk @DigiTRACKER aims to promote technologies developed by faculty and students, attracting potential industry/academic partners, investors, and companies for
commercialization opportunities.