Abstract: Repeated modifications of multiple design parameters are required to optimize daylighting system design. However, a large number of optional design parameters increase the computation time. This research developed a ...

Abstract: The principle of learning curves can be applied in construction for the prediction of the time/cycle of future work, work performance levels, and other performance measures. Learning curve principles can be effectively ...

Abstract: Earthmoving equipment plays an important role in most construction projects. The earth must first be moved by dump trucks, dozers, and possibly scrapers. The material is then spread and compacted by motor graders and ...

Abstract: The construction industry has incurred the most fatalities of any United States industry in the private sector in recent years. Whereas many factors may contribute to this statistic, one likely cause is due to designers ...

Abstract: The use of building information modeling (BIM) has provided a means of increasing total project quality, providing accurate quantity take-offs, and improving scheduling, consequently diminishing total project contingencies ...