Abstract: Despite the importance of innovation in construction, there is no structured approach to systematically support innovation. The theory of inventive problem solving (TRIZ) provides a unique approach for structuring the ...

Abstract: Technical knowledge is a valuable asset for construction companies. The diversity and accumulation of such knowledge on an organizational level contribute to company profitability and growth. This paper discusses a new ...

Abstract: Several parameter adaptive control strategies are applied to the problem of regulating cutting forces in end milling under varying cutting conditions. These strategies are shown, using real time ...

Abstract: Modeling and analyzing construction operations using simulation techniques allows researchers to capture the uncertainty and randomness usually associated with these operations and can thus be an effective tool for analysis ...

Abstract: This paper proposes a framework for simulating weather-sensitive construction projects that are executed under extreme weather conditions. It applies the framework steps to enable simulating and planning pipeline construction ...

Abstract: Construction simulation, a fast-growing field, is the science of developing and experimenting with computer-based representations of construction systems to understand their underlying behavior. This paper provides a history ...

Abstract: Resource scheduling, or the allocation of resources over time, is a challenging problem in large-scale or multiple-project environments. Traditional network scheduling techniques are ineffective in modeling the dynamic ...

Abstract: Vertical openings in beams and girders are sometimes used to facilitate the passage of essential services such as HVAC, electricity, and sewage. There is a lack of research on the effects of vertical openings on deep ...