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The Relationship Between Tenure Type And Domestic Retrofitting Uptake In The Uk, Nadeeshani Wanigarathna Dr, Ephraim Zulu Dr, Matthew Swingwood Mr, Fred Sherratt
The Relationship Between Tenure Type And Domestic Retrofitting Uptake In The Uk, Nadeeshani Wanigarathna Dr, Ephraim Zulu Dr, Matthew Swingwood Mr, Fred Sherratt
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The housing stock in the UK is a significant contributor to greenhouse gases. To achieve the UK's net-zero targets, a substantial upgrade to the thermal performance of existing dwellings (referred to as retrofitting) will be required. In addition to carbon emission, inefficient homes also present serious health and well-being issues for the occupants. The extent of retrofitting ahead requires significant monetary investment, and the responsibility for such investment ultimately lies with the housing stock owners. In the UK, housing stock can be owned by the occupiers, a private landlord, a local authority or a non-profit social housing association. Their capacity …
A Conceptual Framework For Intelligent Scaffolding Monitoring System, Xiaowei Wang, Chien-Ho Ko, John A Haug
A Conceptual Framework For Intelligent Scaffolding Monitoring System, Xiaowei Wang, Chien-Ho Ko, John A Haug
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Scaffolding safety is a significant concern in the construction industry. To address this, researchers have proposed various safety monitoring approaches. However, current intelligent monitoring systems fall short of fully integrating real-time data, and predictive capabilities, reducing their overall effectiveness in ensuring scaffolding safety. Therefore, this study aims to develop a conceptual framework to advance the intelligent scaffolding monitoring system based on cyber-physical systems (CPS) and digital twins (DT) integration. The framework focuses on developing a DT-enabled scaffolding risk assessment model (SRAM), a sensor-based real-time data collection system, and an intelligent cyber-physical scaffolding risk alert. This research provides essential insights for …
Automatic Quantity Takeoff For Irregular Areas Of Architectural, Engineering, And Construction Objects From 2d Drawings, Hang Li, Jiansong Zhang
Automatic Quantity Takeoff For Irregular Areas Of Architectural, Engineering, And Construction Objects From 2d Drawings, Hang Li, Jiansong Zhang
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Accurate cost estimation of construction projects relies on precise quantity takeoffs (QTOs), which conventionally has been conducted on 2D drawings, and despite the fast development of Building Information Modeling (BIM), remains a predominant practice. This study focuses on the development of a boundary detection algorithm utilizing computer vision techniques for extracting the shapes of infrastructure elements such as buildings and bridges from 2D PDF drawings. The aim is to enhance information extraction capabilities, particularly for QTOs of complex shapes such as the areas of irregular bridge decks. Utilizing computer vision technologies, the algorithm aims to accurately delineate the boundaries of …
Examining The Risk-Responsiveness Levels Of The Us Building Codes For Healthier And Safer Future Building Practices, Novi Triadi Iman Bramono, Lingzi Wu, Hyun Woo Lee
Examining The Risk-Responsiveness Levels Of The Us Building Codes For Healthier And Safer Future Building Practices, Novi Triadi Iman Bramono, Lingzi Wu, Hyun Woo Lee
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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly influenced the design and operation of office buildings, prompting a heightened awareness of the need for adaptive building practices to mitigate transmission risks of airborne diseases. Recent studies suggest that improved building codes can promote safer and healthier practices, enhancing occupants' well-being and productivity. However, the current understanding of the status and adaptability of building codes to address such risks remains largely limited. In response, this study aims to comprehensively examine the US building codes concerning factors crucial for mitigating airborne transmission risks, specifically focusing on COVID-19. Utilizing the Delphi method, this …
Project Cancellations In New Zealand's Construction Industry: Assessing The Impact Of Unpredictable Events, Maryam Tagharobi Ms, Mostafa Jelodar, Teo Susnjak
Project Cancellations In New Zealand's Construction Industry: Assessing The Impact Of Unpredictable Events, Maryam Tagharobi Ms, Mostafa Jelodar, Teo Susnjak
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Unpredictable disasters such as climate change, natural hazards, and pandemics disrupt the construction industry, a vital driver of economic stability. Despite preventive measures, the industry faces setbacks, including project cancellations, postponements, and suspensions. These issues are particularly pronounced in large-scale projects, exacerbated by shifting regulations and economic crises, causing broader economic repercussions. In response, government priorities and disaster strategies often reallocate resources among residential, commercial, and civil projects, inadvertently exacerbating postponements and cancellations in some cases. This research addresses these challenges by analysing the impacts of external and unpredictable disruptions on project value and volume in New Zealand's construction industry …
Volumetric Criteria And An Automated Assessment Tool Development For Optimizing Building Permeability Design In High-Density Urban Environments, M.K. Leung, Dicken Poon, Yuxiu Zu, Yueyang He, Kai Gao, Tim Huang, Clement Pang, Kenneth Leung, Jenny Zhao, K. S. Wong, Edward Ng, Chak Sang Yue, Yuk-Ching Cheung
Volumetric Criteria And An Automated Assessment Tool Development For Optimizing Building Permeability Design In High-Density Urban Environments, M.K. Leung, Dicken Poon, Yuxiu Zu, Yueyang He, Kai Gao, Tim Huang, Clement Pang, Kenneth Leung, Jenny Zhao, K. S. Wong, Edward Ng, Chak Sang Yue, Yuk-Ching Cheung
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Better urban ventilation can significantly contribute to achieving UN SDGs through better liveability for sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11), better air quality for health and well-being (SDG 3), and more climate-responsive building design for climate action (SDG 13). Aligning with the said goals, a set of guidelines comprising 2-dimensional prescriptive building separation requirements was promulgated by HKSAR's Buildings Department (BD) in 2011 to promote better urban ventilation. However, some practitioners have concerns about applying the guidelines for projects with complex geometries. Projects may adopt alternative assessment methods using wind tunnel or CFD simulations to demonstrate compliance, but the required …
Idenitfying Barriers & Enablers To Improve Whs Outcomes In Australian Small Construction Businesses, Marcus Jefferies A/Prof., Tanvi Newaz Dr, Buddhini Ginigaddara Dr., Temitope Egbelakin Prof., Riza Yosia Sunindijo A/Prof., Liyaning Maggie Tang Dr.
Idenitfying Barriers & Enablers To Improve Whs Outcomes In Australian Small Construction Businesses, Marcus Jefferies A/Prof., Tanvi Newaz Dr, Buddhini Ginigaddara Dr., Temitope Egbelakin Prof., Riza Yosia Sunindijo A/Prof., Liyaning Maggie Tang Dr.
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Despite its important socio-economic contributions, the Australian construction industry has a poor WHS record. Efforts to improve WHS tend to focus on and be led by, large organisations due to the resources that they have and their ability to capitalise on the economies of scale in their operation. However, it is important to realise that 97% of construction organisations are small businesses, employing fewer than 20 people and their WHS outcomes are worse than the WHS outcomes in large organisations. They are also hard to reach through conventional communication strategies. This indicates that current WHS best practice initiatives are not …
A Data-As-An-Asset Facility Management Framework To Support Hybrid Workplaces And Advance Sustainable Development: Case Studies At Hospitals In China, S. Thomas Ng, Jun Frank Xu, Cheng Zhang, Guanying Huang, Jiajian Zhang
A Data-As-An-Asset Facility Management Framework To Support Hybrid Workplaces And Advance Sustainable Development: Case Studies At Hospitals In China, S. Thomas Ng, Jun Frank Xu, Cheng Zhang, Guanying Huang, Jiajian Zhang
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Hybrid working that combines home, remote, and in-office working has surged after the COVID-19 pandemic. This working model is disrupting existing facility management practices to (re)shape people-centered hybrid workplaces and advance sustainable development. Collecting, integrating, processing, sharing and analyzing volume and variety of facilities and workspaces data, behavioral and activity data of occupants, environmental data and operational analytics insights remains a major challenge for stakeholders to leverage emerging technologies and digital solutions including digital twin and artificial intelligence to enhance the productivity, operational intelligence, and sustainability of hybrid workplaces. This research proposed a data-as-an-asset facility management framework to support the …
Exploring The Roles And Responsibilities Of Stakeholders In Ebe Education 5.0 Through The Quintuple Helix Model Of Innovation, Karen Le Jeune Ms, Krystle Ontong Dr, Alireza Moghayedi
Exploring The Roles And Responsibilities Of Stakeholders In Ebe Education 5.0 Through The Quintuple Helix Model Of Innovation, Karen Le Jeune Ms, Krystle Ontong Dr, Alireza Moghayedi
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The Quintuple Helix Model of Innovation (5HIM) offers an analytical framework with which to interrogate the reciprocal, complex inter-relationships between the eco-systems of the government, civil society, industry, academia and the environment. In the context of the Built Environment (BE), all of these subsystems are represented by the traditional stakeholders and role players. Education 5.0 requires the integration of digital technology into a modernised engineering and the BE curriculum, while prioritising human-centricity, resilience and sustainable development. Future BE Professionals (BEPs) will be required to serve a data-driven society – Society 5.0 – that strives to deliver prosperity of all, through …
Population Mobility Network Characteristics And Its Influencing Factors Under The Influence Of Typhoon Bebinca—— A Case Study Of The Yangtze River Delta Region, Yicheng Huang, Ying Lu, Hongzhe Yue
Population Mobility Network Characteristics And Its Influencing Factors Under The Influence Of Typhoon Bebinca—— A Case Study Of The Yangtze River Delta Region, Yicheng Huang, Ying Lu, Hongzhe Yue
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With the increasing frequency of extreme weather events such as typhoons, the stability and resilience of the inter-city population mobility network is facing serious challenges. However, existing studies have failed to comprehensively reveal the dynamics of the overall regional network, especially the changes in network structure and drivers under disaster situations. Therefore, based on the Pressure-State-Response (PSR) framework and the complex network model, this paper constructs an assessment model for the characteristics of the population mobility network in the Yangtze River Delta (YRD) region under the influence of Typhoon Bebinca, in order to analyze the impact of the typhoon on …
Optimizing Responsive Hospital Operations: A New Process For Simulating Uncertain Treatment Demand, Jiaqi Suo, Claudio Martani, Hazar Dib
Optimizing Responsive Hospital Operations: A New Process For Simulating Uncertain Treatment Demand, Jiaqi Suo, Claudio Martani, Hazar Dib
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Hospitals face growing challenges in optimizing resource allocation to meet diverse stakeholder demands under conditions of uncertainty and variability. A pioneering approach to address this issue was recently introduced by Suo et al. (2024b), which, despite its contributions, relied on a limited and predefined set of demand scenarios due to the difficulty of realistically generating a demand model that accurately reflects the highly dynamic nature of real hospital demand. To overcome this challenge, this study presents a novel process that utilizes the Monte Carlo method to model and forecast hospital treatment demand. The process is demonstrated through the simulation of …
A Comprehensive Review Of Plastic Recycling In The Construction Industry: Challenges And Opportunities In The U.S., Sugam Panthi, Fan Zhang
A Comprehensive Review Of Plastic Recycling In The Construction Industry: Challenges And Opportunities In The U.S., Sugam Panthi, Fan Zhang
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Plastic, owing to its strength and versatility, has become one of the most widely used synthetic materials globally. In the construction industry, plastics are essential for applications like pipes, insulation, membranes, and structural components. However, their extensive use poses significant environmental challenges, exacerbated by material contamination, mixed waste streams, economic disincentives, and insufficient regulatory frameworks. This study examines the recyclability of plastics used in the construction industry based on the Resin Identification Code classification system and identifies key barriers and opportunities for plastic recycling. Findings highlight technological advancements such as chemical and biological recycling, which offer potential solutions but remain …
Unraveling Urban-Rural Sustainable Contradictions, Carmel M. Lindkvist, Morten T. Gjerde, Amy A. Mccormack Ms, Ida Nilstad Pettersen, Brita Fladvad Nielsen
Unraveling Urban-Rural Sustainable Contradictions, Carmel M. Lindkvist, Morten T. Gjerde, Amy A. Mccormack Ms, Ida Nilstad Pettersen, Brita Fladvad Nielsen
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While Norway has a vast amount of land in relation to its population, the ongoing development of land in rural mountainous and coastal areas is having an impact on nature. Strategies for implementing densification in cities must also consider the impact on rural areas. Within this research we address the contradictory imbalance of the consumption of nature for leisure/urban escapism with that of the conservation of nature in rural areas. Rural areas are often viewed as an escape from the urban chaos and within Norway fall under a right to have access to nature. This right to nature is primarily …
Are Construction Pipeline Information Reliable: The Primacy Of Internally Generated Data In Strategic Decision Making, Taofeeq Durojaye Moshood, Wajiha Shahzad, James O B Rotimi Prof
Are Construction Pipeline Information Reliable: The Primacy Of Internally Generated Data In Strategic Decision Making, Taofeeq Durojaye Moshood, Wajiha Shahzad, James O B Rotimi Prof
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The construction industry in New Zealand is a vital contributor to the nation's economic growth, employment, and business expansion. However, to align with the government's objectives of affordable, secure, and sustainable housing and infrastructure, the industry must adeptly navigate the uncertainties in infrastructure pipelines. Infrastructure pipeline information is crucial in guiding construction stakeholders and government in making strategic decisions about when, where, and how to invest in projects across New Zealand. This study investigates the reliability of construction pipeline information and its impact on strategic decision-making within construction organisations, with a particular focus on the primacy of internally generated data. …
Theoretical Framework For Risk Identification And Assessment In Infrastructure Projects Through Ai-Knowledge Retrieval, Fredrick Ahenkora Boamah, Xiaohua Jin, Sepani Senaratne, Srinath Perera
Theoretical Framework For Risk Identification And Assessment In Infrastructure Projects Through Ai-Knowledge Retrieval, Fredrick Ahenkora Boamah, Xiaohua Jin, Sepani Senaratne, Srinath Perera
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Robust risk identification and assessment strategies are required to reduce the likelihood of failures, delays, and cost overruns in today's complex infrastructure projects. The inability to respond to changing risks and the delay in identifying and assessing risks are both caused by the reliance on static methods commonly used in traditional methods of knowledge retrieval and risk identification and assessment. This study lays out a theoretical framework for better risk identification and assessment through the use of an AI-powered knowledge retrieval. A variety of unstructured data sources, such as contract documents, risk logs, site inspection reports, and emails, are automatically …
In Search For Resonance In Architecture: Observations In Kreuzkölln, Björn A. Lundell Architect
In Search For Resonance In Architecture: Observations In Kreuzkölln, Björn A. Lundell Architect
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This study explores the concept of resonance in architecture by examining public life on Admiralbrücke, a vibrant and multifaceted location in Kreuzkölln, Berlin. The primary objective is to understand how people use, relate to, experience, and interact with their urban environment. It seeks to uncover why certain locations within a city become places that attract, inspire, and encourage activity and vibrancy, creating an atmosphere full of life. This research asserts that the qualities of both place and architecture extend beyond mere functionality and must be carefully analyzed. Through systematic observation of the physical environment and human interactions, the study is …
Using Blockchain And Digital Land Registries To Enhance Land Management And Tenure, Johnny Mahlangu, Godfrey Taunyane, Basiiraa Moosa, Chioma Okoro
Using Blockchain And Digital Land Registries To Enhance Land Management And Tenure, Johnny Mahlangu, Godfrey Taunyane, Basiiraa Moosa, Chioma Okoro
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In many cases, land tenure and rights are not formally recorded, and land administration systems are inaccessible to rural communities. This research study examined the benefits and attendant challenges of using blockchain and digital land registries for land tenure security and management/administration processes. Secondary research using an integrative review was undertaken with materials identified from Google Scholar. Thematic analysis revealed that the benefits include increased transparency and verifiability, automation, increased efficiency, reduced cost and time, simplified processes, reduced conflicts and better access to credit. The challenges include institutional/political factors, market settings, technical and legal requirements, cyber security risks and data …
Benefits And Challenges Of Using Satellite Imagery For Property Valuation Data Collection, Phahla Kondile, Mandla Praisegod Msomi, Basiiraa Moosa, Chioma Okoro
Benefits And Challenges Of Using Satellite Imagery For Property Valuation Data Collection, Phahla Kondile, Mandla Praisegod Msomi, Basiiraa Moosa, Chioma Okoro
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In the contemporary landscape of data collection in the property valuation industry, the objective is to enhance valuation sources that maximize both eligibility and accuracy, ultimately leading to superior results in property valuations. This study employs a qualitative approach to explore the benefits and challenges of using satellite imagery as a source of data collection. The analysis draws on secondary data gathered from scholarly articles accessible on Google Scholar and Scopus, supplemented by ancillary data from property market portals, including industry reports and legislative Acts to create a structured understanding of new technologies in a traditional field. The research scrutinizes …
Digital Data Storytelling For Sustainability Education Of A Green Building Project, Laura Almeida Dr, Sepani Senaratne, Srinath Perera
Digital Data Storytelling For Sustainability Education Of A Green Building Project, Laura Almeida Dr, Sepani Senaratne, Srinath Perera
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Education for Sustainability has been facing an increasing demand not only due to the priorities established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) but also by being one of the main targets of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this paper, digital data storytelling and project/problem-based learning approaches were investigated as effective tools for teaching sustainability to university students. Two groups of students, postgraduate and undergraduate, were selected to be exposed to a video showcasing sustainable principles and strategies implemented during the certification of a green building. With collaboration from industry partners, the video is intended to …
Implementing Green Construction To Increase Competitiveness: A Case Of The Indonesian Local Construction Industry, Debby Willar, Bambang Trigunarsyah, Steve Supit, Novatus Senduk
Implementing Green Construction To Increase Competitiveness: A Case Of The Indonesian Local Construction Industry, Debby Willar, Bambang Trigunarsyah, Steve Supit, Novatus Senduk
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A large amount of solid concrete waste construction results in enormous waste for construction projects and is a severe source of landfill pollution. Indonesian contractors have made several efforts to overcome this problem; however, they have yet to represent local contractors. Research in construction waste management has been conducted, which provides a breakthrough for local construction companies to implement green construction and increase their business performance and social responsibility. First, this paper reviews the weaknesses, needs, and possible improvements for the local construction companies to manage construction waste by implementing green construction. Second, it introduces a digital concrete crusher (DCC). …
Sustainable Healthy Communities: The Contested Role Of ‘Region’ In The Housing Development Sector, Graeme D. Larsen Dr, Ange Lee, Megi Zala
Sustainable Healthy Communities: The Contested Role Of ‘Region’ In The Housing Development Sector, Graeme D. Larsen Dr, Ange Lee, Megi Zala
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The English housing development sector is frequently described as being in a state of crisis, presenting challenges for a range of stakeholders. The research is tensioned against structural shifts in the housing development sector, with an agglomeration of a handful of large housing developers shaping the narrative, set against the decline of regional SMEs developers. The aim is to unpack the prevailing discourse and the common reductionist metric of ‘units’ built, in order to reintroduce notions of regionalism, place and sustainable healthy community into the debate. Central to this is unpacking what is meant by ‘region’ or ‘regional’. Contemporary perspectives …
Decentralising Flow Conversations: Improving Productivity Through Collaboration With Site Operatives, Emmanuel Manu, Ani Raiden, Emamode Eyituoyo Akwerigbe
Decentralising Flow Conversations: Improving Productivity Through Collaboration With Site Operatives, Emmanuel Manu, Ani Raiden, Emamode Eyituoyo Akwerigbe
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Low productivity remains a persistent challenge in the construction industry, often stemming from fragmented workflows, poor integration, and collaboration across the supply chain. This study aimed to investigate how site operatives can be actively engaged in identifying and resolving constraints to site workflow through a structured collaborative practice using the eight-flow model as a framework. The study adopts an Ethnographic Action Research (EAR) methodology, encompassing three iterative stages—observation, action, and reflection. EAR was applied through 3 rounds of workshops with 30 site operatives on a live construction site in the UK focusing on collaborative risk management using a flow activity. …
Social Life Cycle Assessment In Construction: A Bibliometric Analysis, Belal Neazi, Sara Torabi Moghadam, Patrizia Lombardi
Social Life Cycle Assessment In Construction: A Bibliometric Analysis, Belal Neazi, Sara Torabi Moghadam, Patrizia Lombardi
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Urbanisation leads to the expansion of urban areas, which needs vigorous support from the construction sector for infrastructure development. While this sector is a contributor to job creation and economic development, it is also a major consumer of energy and greenhouse gas emissions, which emphasises its need for sustainable development. Achieving complete sustainable development involves an integration of social dimensions as well, which is often neglected in conventional Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). Despite the recent development of S-LCA guidelines, research output remains limited compared to traditional LCA. This study aims to analyse research trends, patterns, and impacts of the Social …
Sustainability In Construction Projects During Budgetary Restrictions: A Case From Norwegian Higher Education, Truls-Petter Tofting Mr., Nora Johanne Klungseth, Renate Holiloekk
Sustainability In Construction Projects During Budgetary Restrictions: A Case From Norwegian Higher Education, Truls-Petter Tofting Mr., Nora Johanne Klungseth, Renate Holiloekk
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This paper supports practitioners in achieving their sustainability ambitions when budgets are constrained. Sustainability is high on the agenda in research, practice, and governments, and a necessary requirement for us to turn around the climate change challenges we currently are facing. A successful change requires solid evaluation of the contributions to society, economy, and the environment. Growing evidence supports the idea that sustainability enables economic growth. Advancements in technological solutions ensure that organizations can transform their impact on climate-harming actions in positive ways, reducing their CO2 emissions. In this paper, we analyze a construction project in a higher education …
Reducing Embodied Carbon Emissions Of High-Rise Concrete Modular Buildings Leveraging Lightweight Module Design, Siwei Chen Mr, Yang Zhang, Wei Pan
Reducing Embodied Carbon Emissions Of High-Rise Concrete Modular Buildings Leveraging Lightweight Module Design, Siwei Chen Mr, Yang Zhang, Wei Pan
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To reduce embodied carbon (EC) emissions from the construction industry, promoting modular buildings, especially for highly populated regions, is of crucial importance. Nonetheless, the heavyweights of concrete modules have been reported to lead to a series of logistical problems in manufacturing, transportation, and hoisting. On the other hand, the double-panel issues in modular buildings posed concerns related to inefficient material usage, thus leading to potential EC increments. This paper aims to adopt the practical and idealized parametric lightweight designs of modules to estimate the EC reductions throughout the cradle-to-end-of-construction stages. Two types of lightweight module designs, i.e., dematerialized module and …
Developing Sustainability-Focused Competencies In Civil Engineering Technology Students, Amanda Bao, Yewande S. Abraham, Satyanarayana Raju Penmatsa
Developing Sustainability-Focused Competencies In Civil Engineering Technology Students, Amanda Bao, Yewande S. Abraham, Satyanarayana Raju Penmatsa
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As the world tackles climate change impacts, studies have shown a growing gap in green skills and green talent, emphasizing the need for higher education curricula to be aligned with sustainability goals to prepare students to address and mitigate these impacts. Consequently, there is a critical need to enhance sustainability education to equip the future engineering workforce with the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle these challenges and combat the adverse effects of climate change. By enhancing sustainability education, we can better prepare future engineers to lead the charge in creating a more sustainable and resilient world, especially considering the …
Smart Building Retrofitting Acceptance Model (Sbram): A New Angle Of Optimizing Smart Retrofitting Of Aged Residential Buildings, Fan Zhang, Yixin Tong, Yibo Qiang, Tiantian Gu, Hao Wu, Linyan Chen, Albert P.C. Chan
Smart Building Retrofitting Acceptance Model (Sbram): A New Angle Of Optimizing Smart Retrofitting Of Aged Residential Buildings, Fan Zhang, Yixin Tong, Yibo Qiang, Tiantian Gu, Hao Wu, Linyan Chen, Albert P.C. Chan
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As society and techniques develop rapidly, people raise higher requirements for urban buildings where they live and work. Urban buildings should not only provide suitable space for kinds of activities, but also ensure occupants’ security and health, respond to the changing environments, and provide a better living environment for occupants. In order to improve age residential buildings, smart building retrofitting solutions are widely adopted, such as automatic control of indoor environment, activity detection, health monitoring, smart energy optimization, and other solutions based on IoT, digital twin, computer vision, and other techniques. Even lots of smart building retrofitting solutions have been …
Ontology-Based Assembly Sequence Planning Optimization In Modular Integrated Construction Manufacturing, Zhongze Yang, Weisheng Lu
Ontology-Based Assembly Sequence Planning Optimization In Modular Integrated Construction Manufacturing, Zhongze Yang, Weisheng Lu
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Modular integrated construction (MiC) is recognized as an innovative approach that can help increase productivity in the construction industry. The manufacturing phase of a MiC project plays a significant role in production time, cost, and quality. An interesting observation is that the current production process in MiC factories still follows a similar and long-established construction paradigm and doesn’t enjoy the factory setup. A question is raised for MiC manufacturing whether the assembly sequence can be optimized or even revolutionized to embrace robotics and automation. This paper proposes an ontology-based assembly sequence planning optimization in MiC manufacturing to discuss the possible …
Robotic Teleoperation Of Construction Machinery: Technologies, Applications, And Future Directions, Songbo Hu, Yihai Fang, Yingbin Feng, Tanghan Jiang
Robotic Teleoperation Of Construction Machinery: Technologies, Applications, And Future Directions, Songbo Hu, Yihai Fang, Yingbin Feng, Tanghan Jiang
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Robotic teleoperation of construction machinery effectively separates operators from hazardous environments, greatly enhancing safety for tasks in challenging working conditions such as earthmoving. Furthermore, by utilising advanced technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), automated hazard recognition, Mixed Reality (MR), and robotics, it facilitates a more thorough capture of reality, immersive and augmented visualisations, and refined control precision. Consequently, robotic teleoperation is swiftly gaining prominence in the construction industry, and the considerable development of teleoperation systems over recent decades, featured by a growing diversity of incoporated technologies, necessities a comprehensive review. Thus, this review paper delves into the deployment …
A Comparison Of 1d And 2d Hygrothermal Simulation Results For The Evaluation Of The Moisture Performance Of Wood Frame Wall Assemblies, Zhe Xiao, Maurice Defo, Lin Wang, Michael A. Lacasse
A Comparison Of 1d And 2d Hygrothermal Simulation Results For The Evaluation Of The Moisture Performance Of Wood Frame Wall Assemblies, Zhe Xiao, Maurice Defo, Lin Wang, Michael A. Lacasse
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The moisture behavior of wood-frame wall assemblies is typically assessed using hygrothermal simulations, which can be conducted in either 1D or 2D models, each, respectively, incorporating varying levels of detail regarding the simulated subjects. The 2D simulation offers a more detailed representation of real-world scenarios. Consequently, discrepancies often exist between the results of 1D and 2D simulations in many scenarios. Meanwhile, the 2D simulation demands significantly more computing resources, which may impact the feasibility of certain analyses. For instance, investigating the effects of climate change on building envelope moisture performance includes considering numerous variables such as climate scenarios, wall assembly …