Abstract: Identification of research needs in the building sector, and efficient organization of an institutional research effort for their fulfillment, is analyzed. First, the objectives of research in building are enumerated as: ...

Abstract: A survey to evaluate the state-of-the-art development and employment of building robots was conducted worldwide among construction companies, universities, and other research organizations. The methodology of the survey ...

Abstract: A multipurpose interior‐finishing robot offers a conceptual alternative to single‐purpose construction robots, which are already employed in practice. The robot could be adapted to various tasks, e.g., painting, plastering, ...

Abstract: The paper describes the principles, operation, and development of an expert system for progress scheduling in the construction of modular multistory buildings. Objectives of effective scheduling are presented and some rules ...

Abstract: This paper explains and discusses the development of a strategic plan for the management of research in building in a planning horizon of 8–10 years. The plan has three major elements: (1) a knowledge base with ranked long ...

Abstract: This paper presents a methodology for economic evaluation of design codes. The optimal design level of a product—a component, a system, or a facility—is determined as the one that involves the highest net life-cycle benefit, ...