Integration of Digital Technologies into Underground Utility Asset Management

Esekhaigbe, Eronmonsele; Kazan, Emrah; Usmen, Mumtaz

doi:10.4236/ojce.2020.104030

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“…Due to the complex distribution of underground utilities and their interaction with environment, approaches based on GIS have been commonly utilized in both industry and academia to facilitate utility management [26]. On the other hand, the integration of BIM and GIS is believed to be an effective way for utility management by combining design information and geographical data [27,28]. In addition, other digital technologies, such as AR and IoT, are explored to assist utility mapping and excavation [29,30], as well as communication and data sharing [31], but their application in the utility domain is still at a very early stage.…”

Section: Utility Maintenance and Managementmentioning

confidence: 99%

Ontology-based modelling of lifecycle underground utility information to support operation and maintenance

Ming-zhu

2021

Automation in Construction

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Section: Utility Maintenance and Managementmentioning

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Ontology-based modelling of lifecycle underground utility information to support operation and maintenance

Ming-zhu

2021

Automation in Construction

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“…On the contrary, subsurface spatial objects are those objects that exist below the surface. Electric gas, and telephone lines, fibre optic and television cables, water mains and sewage pipes, and other assets such as street lighting circuits, drainage systems, and flood control facilities are all part of the subsurface infrastructure, especially in urban areas (Esekhaigbe et al, 2020). The possibility of collisions between excavation equipment and buried utilities is a major concern arising from the uncertainty surrounding the type, location, and configuration of subsurface objects.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…These mishaps also result in property damage, reduced excavation productivity, and disruption of essential consumer services. Such issues are more likely in the absence of good 3D spatial information (Zeiss, G. 2019;Esekhaigbe et al, 2020) Many applications need to integrate data from inside and outside, above and below the surface, which makes 3D modelling and data management necessary (Zlatanova et al, 2012). To have a holistic digital representation of spatial objects, you need a unified 3D spatial data model.…”

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A Review of 3d Spatial Data Models for Surface and Subsurface Integration of Spatial Objects

Apeh

Rahman

2023

Int. Arch. Photogramm. Remote Sens. Spatial Inf. Sci.

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Abstract. Three dimensional (3D) spatial data models have been known as a geographic information system platform for representing the dimensionality of spatial objects with respect to the real world. They can be used to mimmick the real-world objects above the ground, on the ground and underground. A 3D spatial data model that can integrate surface and subsurface elements will have a significant impact on engineering, spatial and urban planning, and the built environment. Such an impact includes good infrastructure development, proper planning, result-oriented installation of utilities, location-specific excavation of existing utilities, and cost-effective economy resulting from minimal damage of infrastructures. This article explores and documents the state-of-the-art with respect to 3D spatial data models specifically for the integration of surface and subsurface objects based on a thorough review of the literature in academic articles, technical reports, and web-based materials. To better understand the scope, this paper reviews the different 3D spatial modelling approach for surface spatial objects, subsurface spatial objects, and with keen focus on surface and subsurface spatial objects integration. The Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) has played an important role in data integration and has a core space in 3D spatial data model evolution. One of the recent data models for such task is CityJSON due to its simplicity in data storage, visualization, manipulation, and data update compared to CityGML. The parameters influencing the choice of models can be attributed to the availability of data structure, applicability, exchange format and relevance. Based on the range of 3D spatial data model reviewed, a unified model is expedient for integration of surface and subsurface spatial objects.

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“…Several studies have proposed the implementation of new tools and automated technologies to enhance the safety and efficiency of underground utility excavation. (Esekhaigbe et al, 2020; Talmaki & Kamat, 2014; Tanoli et al, 2019). One study focused on improving excavators’ teleoperation with tactile feedback systems (Nagano et al, 2020).…”

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Current Practices, Conflicts, and Future Teleoperation in Construction Workplaces: A Survey Study

Hossain,

Peres,

Martin

et al. 2023

Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual

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Excavation work poses significant risks to workers due to the potential for striking underground utilities such as gas lines and electrical cables. Despite the availability of various tools and protocols, excavation accidents still occur frequently, leading to injuries, fatalities, and property damage. This study explores the perceptions of excavator operators regarding excavation conditions and safety protocols, as well as the adaptability of a proposed tool that indicates the location and depth of underground utilities. The study is based on surveys completed by excavator operators, which revealed critical factors contributing to the causes of utility strikes, their experiences at work, and desirable features for future tools. The proposed tool was well-received by operators, with many expressing a willingness to adopt it to enhance safety and efficiency. This research provides insights into the challenges of excavation work and highlights the potential of advanced tools to mitigate utility strikes.

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Integration of Digital Technologies into Underground Utility Asset Management

Cited by 6 publications

References 13 publications

Ontology-based modelling of lifecycle underground utility information to support operation and maintenance

Ontology-based modelling of lifecycle underground utility information to support operation and maintenance

A Review of 3d Spatial Data Models for Surface and Subsurface Integration of Spatial Objects

Current Practices, Conflicts, and Future Teleoperation in Construction Workplaces: A Survey Study

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