Abstract: The potential for automated real‐time data acquisition, process control and robotics for remote, large‐scale field operations, such as those on construction engineering projects, is addressed. Classifications of technologies ...

Abstract: Midcareer reflections based on work combining computers and construction leave an appreciation for the rapid progress that has taken place in both fields in recent decades. Computers have brought many benefits in helping ...

Abstract: Change is ubiquitous in construction project schedules and there are many interrelationships and interdependencies in project schedule changes. Therefore, a schedule change in the work of a subcontractor might affect ...

Abstract: Construction craft jurisdiction, normally exercised by unions, includes both territorial and technological claims to certain categories of work. Jurisdiction is important to unions in maintaining membership, negotiating ...

Abstract: A system is described that combines: (1) Videotape data collection from field construction operations; (2) statistical reduction and analysis of data; and (3) computer‐based simulation modeling. As implemented, a videotape ...

Abstract: The Akashi‐Kaikyo suspension bridge, with a central span of 1,990 m, will soon become the world's longest single span. In total, some 1,420,000 m

Abstract: In future construction environments, intelligent machines must harness considerable knowledge to plan and control autonomous tasks even though they will be limited in their own knowledge. However, no unifying theory and ...

Abstract: The technical advancement of earthmoving equipment during the 20th century includes many improvements in key parts of machines. This paper uses five systems that make up earthmoving equipment (implement, traction, structure, ...