Automated construction activity monitoring system

Subject reviewIn collaborative engineering environments communication and information sharing among participants is essential for successful project delivery. Modern information technology is driving the world towards two divergent communication topologies: 1) the industry is driven towards a centralized one around an information model, 2) citizens using information technologies at home are driven towards a meshed one where each can communicate whenever to whoever using communication services like those in social media. This paper presents the analysis, conceptual framework, architecture and prototype of a system that is bringing the latter to the engineering community. The framework consists of two main components: 1) a framework engine providing working environment and support for core services such as locale storage and module integration, and 2) external modules, extending core capabilities of the framework. For the purpose of this research work the SWOT analysis has been carried out revealing main characteristics of the proposed approach. Keywords: communication in construction; decentralized information system; interpersonal communication network; service-oriented architectureUslužno orijentiran sustav za međuljudske komunikacije u arhitekturi, inženjerstvu i izgradnji Pregledni članak U suradničkim tehničkim okruženjima razmjena komunikacije i informacija među suradnicima je od bitne važnosti za uspješno izvršenje projekta. Moderna informatička tehnologija vodi ka dvije divergentne komunikacijske topoligije: 1) industrija je usamjerena ka centralizaciji oko informatičkog modela, 2)

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“…As reported before [25], that can also be one of the barriers for successful adoption of the disruptive technology.…”

Section: Design Of the Frameworkmentioning

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A service-oriented framework for interpersonal communication in architecture, engineering and construction

2016

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“…It was first introduced as an accurate method to capture construction sites and items and has been subsequently used to capture the current status of construction projects (Rebolj et al 2008). Akinci et al (2006) have shown that using 3D sensing and laser scanning technologies can avoid potential errors that cause rework.…”

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Automated Data Collection for Progress Tracking Purposes: A Review of Related Techniques

Touzani

Nehdi

2017

Facing the Challenges in Structural Engineering

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Abstract. The automated data collection of civil infrastructure projects, whether under construction, newly put into service, or in operation has been receiving increased attention by researchers and practitioners. Such real-time progress tracking is essential for the active monitoring of production during the construction phase of a project and for the built assets during their service lives. Automatic progress tracking can result in timely detection of potential time delays and construction discrepancies and directly supports project control decision-making. This paper outlines recent research efforts in this field and technological developments that aim to facilitate project management toward achieving project objectives. 3D imaging, geo-spatial, enhanced IT, and augmented reality technologies have recently achieved significant advances in this field. These technologies are discussed and compared herein in terms of their strengths and limitations to identify various trends concerning their applicability in data acquisition for construction projects and to formulate recommendations for their suitability in different projects. Prospects for improvement and challenges that can be expected in future research and development are considered. It is hoped that this discussion will assist construction stakeholders in choosing appropriate data collection tools, and motivate further research and development to assist in delivering projects on time and within budget.

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“…Rebolj et al [56] proposed a combined method of capturing real time information during the construction process, consisting of three components: an automated activity tracking subsystem based on image recognition, an automated material tracking subsystem, and a mobile computing supported communication environment. Ibrahim et al [33] reported the use of computer vision technology for the collection of real time construction work packages in the job site.…”

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Systems integration and collaboration in architecture, engineering, construction, and facilities management: A review

Shen

Hao

Mak

et al. 2010

Advanced Engineering Informatics

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Automated construction activity monitoring system

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A service-oriented framework for interpersonal communication in architecture, engineering and construction

A service-oriented framework for interpersonal communication in architecture, engineering and construction

Automated Data Collection for Progress Tracking Purposes: A Review of Related Techniques

Systems integration and collaboration in architecture, engineering, construction, and facilities management: A review

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