Development of an integrated information resource base for 4D/VR construction processes simulation

Dawood, Nashwan; Sriprasert, Eknarin; Mallasi, Zaki; Hobbs, Brian

doi:10.1016/s0926-5805(02)00045-6

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“…Among the studies on BIM, a system with the aforementioned advantages, a review of those involving onsite information management through BIM shows the following: the study by Dawood et al [18] suggested a resource-databased user interface and database system to combine AutoCAD and MS Project for the development of a consolidated database to allow for 4D/VR process simulation, while Caldas et al [19] suggested a data link system for connecting documented information and model data that is based on automatically categorizing documents using the IFC le system and a systematic analysis of MasterFormat to link them to BIM, thereby suggesting a linked framework between 2D models and documented information. Eastman et al [20] suggested an information conversion system for structural information compatibility between the IFC le system and the standard American BIM system to facilitate smooth information sharing through the BIM model.…”

Section: Bim For Construction Information Managementmentioning

confidence: 99%

BIM-Based Construction Information Management Framework for Site Information Management

Lee¹,

Park²,

Song³

2018

Advances in Civil Engineering

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Projects in the construction industry are becoming increasingly large and complex, with construction technologies, methods, and the like developing rapidly. Various different types of information are generated by construction projects. Especially, a construction phase requires the input of many resources and generates a diverse set of information. While a variety of IT techniques are being deployed for information management during the construction phase, measures to create databases of such information and to link these various different types of information together are still insufficient. As such, this study aims to suggest a construction information database system based on BIM technology to enable the comprehensive management of site information generated during the construction phase. is study analyzed the information generated from construction sites and proposed a categorization system for structuring the generated information, along with a database model for storing such structured information. rough such efforts, it was confirmed that such a database system can be used for accumulating and using construction information; it is believed that, in the future, the continual accumulation and management of construction information will allow for corporate-level accumulation of knowledge as opposed to the individual accumulation of know-how.

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Section: Bim For Construction Information Managementmentioning

confidence: 99%

BIM-Based Construction Information Management Framework for Site Information Management

Lee¹,

Park²,

Song³

2018

Advances in Civil Engineering

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“…This will aid users to find the possible mistakes and conflicts at the early stage of design, and to predict the production schedule. Research projects around the world have taken the 4D concept and developed it further (for example, see Dawood et al, 2002, Kunz et al, 2002. nD modelling builds upon the concept of 4D modelling and aims to integrate an nth number of design dimensions into a holistic model, which would enable users to construct and visually project the building design over its complete lifecycle.…”

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nD modelling: industry uptake considerations

Lee

Sexton

2007

Construction Innovation

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Case studyPurpose nD modelling technology ushers in novel possibilities to transform the design, production and use of buildings by providing a '… multi-dimensional model … [which] … enables true what-if analyses to be performed to demonstrate the real cost in terms of the design issues … [and] … the trade-offs between the parameters … clearly envisaged' (Lee, et al., 2003: 5). The espoused benefits of a new technology such as nD modelling, however, are not sufficient in itself to ensure its widespread adoption and use within the construction industry. Technology transfer is widely considered to be a potentially powerful mechanism to provide the construction industry with new technologies that can, where appropriate, transform and complement current technologies to create and sustain better levels of performance (DTI, 2002; Mitropoulos and Tatum, 1999; DETR, 1998). This paper aims to identify the key enablers and obstacles to the effective adoption and use of nD modelling technology. Methodology/ approachThis paper explores the feasibility of industry absorbing and diffusing nD modelling technology by considering key technology transfer issues; namely organisational direction, interorganisational networks, and knowledge characteristics of technology. Findings from semi-2 structured interviews around a diagnostic technology transfer framework are used to offer implications for theory and practice. FindingsThe results from 15 survey interviews indicate that construction professionals appreciate the potential significant benefits of nD modelling technology, but at present, nD modelling technology is seen as too embryonic; too far removed from construction firms' 'comfort zones'; requiring too much investment; and, containing too many risks. Practical implicationsThe paper concludes that the challenge for nD modelling technology, along with any new technology, is to shift from its 'technology push' emphasis to a more balanced 'market orientated' stance which allows the technology to be shaped by both strategic design concerns, and the rough and tumble of day-to-day operational needs. If this trajectory is pursued, nD modelling technology has a positive future. Keywords: nD modelling, technology transfer, building information model, innovation, IT (information technology) IntroductionA construction project team is characterised by many professionals from various disciplines.The central ambition for this team is to satisfy all stakeholder requirements in order to generate a mutually beneficial solution. This idealised aim requires appropriate integration of project information; however, this is difficult to achieve due to the constraints and conflicts upon the An nD model is an extension of the building information model, which incorporates multiaspects of design information required at each stage of the lifecycle of a building facility (Lee et al, 2003). nD is unlike traditional 2D and 3D CAD (computer aided design) systems where the building design is represented in multiple files made up of lines, arcs and cir...

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“…The accuracy, timeliness and quality of information exchange between the project team members were poor at best (Dawood et al, 2003), which indicates quite clearly that managing information is paramount to a successful project outcome.…”

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Management Practices in a Formal Design Process for a Metro Project in Doha, Qatar

James

2015

jmr

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This is a research paper focused on assessing the design project manager behaviour and the raised managerial design issues relating to a formal design review in a metro project start-up. Very little research has been conducted in this area and the paper exposes weak aspects of the design review process previously unexplored in today's metro construction environments.In order to consider more implicitly the questions and issues raised, this empirical groundwork utilised an interpretive perspective. The scope for this research was the design mechanisms/processes associated with a large single package -a TBM Segment Design. The population for this study was made up of a number of individuals (12) engineers/Managers located at site, and a total of 9 Engineers/Managers were determined as the resultant sample frame.The outcomes consisted of six (6) themes, namely: Mismanagement Issues; Management Interference; Technical Issues; Contractor Design managers Issues; Documentation Issues; Communication Issues, raised from an initial question; these were further developed into four (4) final themes relating to an assessment of the managerial implications.The paper gives a clear insight into the practical issues surrounding a metro design review and the development of appropriate managerial strategies that can be implemented. The paper also addresses some of the implications for continuing design review developments. The paper suggests that projects of this kind may benefit from an Integrated Collaborative Design approach through integrating construction expertise with the design process at the detail design phase.

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Development of an integrated information resource base for 4D/VR construction processes simulation

Cited by 61 publications

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BIM-Based Construction Information Management Framework for Site Information Management

BIM-Based Construction Information Management Framework for Site Information Management

nD modelling: industry uptake considerations

Management Practices in a Formal Design Process for a Metro Project in Doha, Qatar

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