Knowledge Agent (for NZ engineering)

Chat with an AI that cites New Zealand standards and guidance documents.

How it works

1. Ask — describe your scenario, and relevant clauses if known
2. Review — the agent drafts an answer and surfaces clause-level citations.
3. Verify — a qualified engineer must check against current standards and project conditions.

Sources we cite

• AS/NZS 1170 series
• Waka Kotahi Bridge Manual
• Material standards such as NZS 3101 (Concrete)
• other NZ standards

What it’s great at

• Explaining clauses in plain language with clause numbers
• Drafting checklists and design notes aligned to NZ practice
• Pointing to relevant sections and typical pitfalls

Sample Q&A

Q: Minimum cover for a cast-in-place RC beam in coastal sea-spray?
A: The Agent selects the exposure class and returns the minimum cover (mm) from NZS 3101 with a clause citation.

Legal note

This agent provides preliminary guidance only and does not constitute professional engineering advice or producer statements (PS1/PS2). A suitably qualified engineer must verify all outputs against the latest standards and project conditions. See our Terms and Privacy Policy.